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Meaning of petal
The primary meaning of the word "petal" is a part of a flower.
Etymology of petal
The word "petal" comes from the French word "pétale", which is derived from the Latin word "petalum", meaning "leaf" or "thin plate".
Historically, the term "petal" has been used in botanical contexts since the 15th century to describe the parts of a flower.
Synonyms
sepal
leaf
bract
floral leaf
flower part
corolla
perianth
tepal
blade
lamina
foliole
leaflet
floral segment
petaloid
floral part
flower segment
green leaf
floral organ
vegetative part
floral structure
whorl
floral leaflet
floral piece
Definitions
- A part of a flower, especially one of the colorful parts that form the corolla.
- * A shaped or colored part resembling a petal, especially as a decorative motif.
Usage Examples
- The delicate petal of the rose fell to the ground.
- * The flower's petals were a vibrant shade of pink.
- * The artist used petal-like shapes in her sculpture.