Definition of orange blossom
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: a white fragrant blossom that is the flower of the orange and is a favorite flower at weddings and a source of a fragrant oil used as an ingredient of eau de cologne
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: birthroot
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: mexican orange
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: a cocktail consisting of gin, orange juice, and sugar or sometimes honey shaken with ice and strained before serving
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“Orange blossom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orange%20blossom. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.
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