floret

noun

flo·​ret ˈflȯr-ət 

1

: a small flower

especially : one of the small flowers forming the head of a composite plant

2

: a cluster of flower buds separated from a head especially when used as food

broccoli florets

Examples of floret in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the pre-cut florets are worse. —Josh Miller, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026

Once cauliflower has been cut, Hale says to place florets in a loose plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb any moisture. —Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026

For example, a head of broccoli will last longer than pre-cut florets, and a whole watermelon holds up better than pre-sliced pieces. —Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026

Add the cauliflower florets and toss to coat. —Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English flourette, borrowed from Anglo-French floret, florette, from flour, flur flower entry 1 + -et, -ette -et entry 1

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for floret

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Kids Definition

floret

noun

flo·​ret ˈflōr-ət 

ˈflȯr-

: a small flower

especially : one of the small flowers forming the head of a daisy and related plants