blossom

(noun, verb)

noun

1. reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

Similar word(s): bloom, flower

Definition categories: plant

2. the period of greatest prosperity or productivity; thriving.

Similar word(s): bloom, efflorescence, flower, flush, heyday, peak, prime

Definition categories: time, period

Sentences with blossom as a noun:

- The blossom has come early this year.

- The orchard is in blossom.

verb

1. produce or yield flowers

- The cherry tree bloomed

Similar word(s): bloom, flower

Definition categories: change, develop

2. develop or come to a promising stage

- Youth blossomed into maturity

Similar word(s): unfold

Definition categories: change, develop