blossom

Meanings

• noun

  The state or time when a flower opens and begins to bloom.

  - "The cherry blossoms are in full bloom."
  - "Spring is the season for blossoms."

• verb

  To come into the beautiful and mature state.

  - "The tree blossoms every spring."
  - "After a long winter, the flowers begin to blossom."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈblɑ.səm/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bloom , flourish , grow , prosper , thrive , bloom , flower

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with blossom
bosom , groom , room , plume , consume

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Variants

List of all variants of blossom that leads to same result
blossom , blossoms , blossomy , blossomed , blossoming

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Etymology

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Old English blosme, from blawan to bloom.

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Trivia

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1. Blossoms are essential for pollination and the growth of new plants.

2. The word 'blossom' appears in the Bible more than 200 times.

3. The largest flower in the world is the Rafflesia arnoldii, which can produce a blossom up to 3 feet in diameter.

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Related Concepts

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1. bud: A stage in the development of a flower before it blooms.

2. bloom: The process of a flower opening and releasing its petals.

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Culture

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Blossoms hold significant cultural and symbolic importance in various societies. In Japan, the cherry blossom is a national symbol and a popular subject of art, poetry, and literature. In Hinduism, the lotus blossom is considered a symbol of purity and enlightenment.

How to Memorize "blossom"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a beautiful flower opening its petals and revealing its vibrant colors.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'blossom' with the idea of new growth and beauty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'blossom' as 'Bringing Lovely Opening Smells Somewhere'.

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