sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er ˈsən-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus (Helianthus, especially H. annuus) of New World composite plants with large yellow-rayed flower heads bearing edible seeds that yield an edible oil

Examples of sunflower in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Try sunflower butter: Sunflower butter also exists for those seeking an alternative to peanut or other nut butters. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025

There are multiple gardens — butterflies, cacti, water lilies, sunflowers and orchids — plus kids’ play areas, a giant slide, a rooftop swimming pool, and a movie theater. —Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 15 May 2025

Over the years, the number of his sunflower objects grew and grew — and even got national attention. —Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025

In spring, the area will be dotted with wild blooms of sticky monkey flower, canyon sunflower and golden yarrow. —Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sunflower

• airpower
• brainpower
• devour
• empower
• firepower
• horsepower
• manpower
• mayflower
• safflower
• wallflower
• watchtower
• wildflower

Kids Definition

sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er -ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus of tall herbs that are often grown for their large showy flower heads with yellow ray flowers and for their oil-rich seeds