floral

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adjective

flo·​ral ˈflȯr-əl How to pronounce floral (audio)
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: of, relating to, or depicting flowers
a floral display
a floral design
2
: of or relating to a flora
floral diversity

floral

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noun

: a design or picture in which flowers predominate

Examples of floral in a Sentence

Adjective a floral pattern in wallpaper The wine has a floral aroma.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
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Noun
Our favorite Easter china comes in many forms, from fresh florals to classic prints, and these Easter eggs do them justice. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Mar. 2024 Bright greenery, colorful florals, and more daylight are just a few of our favorite things about the upcoming season. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024 There’s gingham, florals, gilded frames, bright reds, marigold shades, and wooden staircases that certainly have stories of their own. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024 Demo and lecture sessions throughout the event focus on medicinal uses of florals and hanakubari, a type of contemporary Japanese flower arrangement. Chris Richards, Washington Post, 14 Mar. 2024 The vibrant blend of orange and bergamot, combined with the depth of oriental florals, creates an irresistible scent that’s classic and leaves a lasting impression. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2024 Each seasonal wreath features gorgeous florals, Easter eggs, lavender sprigs, and more. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024 Think pretty florals, soft pastels, swingy and oversized silhouettes, puffy sleeves, and cutout details. Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2024 While coquette is defined by soft pastels, lace and pearls, romantic florals, and old English elegance, grunge coquette adds a jagged feel with darker colors, distressed details, and gothic accents. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Adjective

(sense 1) borrowed from French, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Medieval Latin flōrālis "blooming, like a flower," going back to Latin, "of the goddess Flora or her festival" (also neuter plural flōrālia as noun, "flower gardens"), from Flōra "the goddess Flora" + -ālis -al entry 1; (sense 2) flora + -al entry 1 — more at flora

Noun

derivative of floral entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1742, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1897, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of floral was in 1742

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Cite this Entry

“Floral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/floral. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

floral

adjective
flo·​ral
ˈflōr-əl,
ˈflȯr-
: of or relating to flowers or a flora
a floral pattern in wallpaper

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