florets

noun

plural of floret
as in buds

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  1. buds
  2. blossoms
  3. blooms
Noun
  • In contrast, clip-on, open-ear buds like the Sony LinkBuds Clip leave the ear canal entirely unblocked.
    — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The antibody targets a protein called USAG-1, which normally suppresses the growth of latent tooth buds humans carry beneath their existing teeth.
    — Allison Palmer July 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
Definition of buds
Noun
  • The country's spring lines up neatly with the American fall, and both islands come alive with wildflowers and blossoms as temperatures climb through November, all before the summer crowds arrive.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Deadheading will keep blossoms in full supply, while also promoting bushier growth, giving them a neat and tidy appearance, and prevents seed formation that leads to reseeding.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
Definition of blossoms
Noun
  • Bee Balm Bee balm, also known as monarda, offers more benefits than its colorful summertime blooms, which attract beneficial pollinators.
    — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
  • The agency is also monitoring for cyanobacteria, formerly known as blue-green algae, which can form harmful algal blooms that pose risks to people and animals.
    — Madison Smalstig July 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of blooms
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“Florets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/florets. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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