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Meaning of sunflower
The primary meaning of the word "sunflower" refers to a large, bright yellow flower that follows the sun's movement.
Etymology of sunflower
The word "sunflower" has its roots in the Greek words "helios" (sun) and "anthos" (flower), which were later adapted into Latin as "helianthus".
The term "sunflower" was first used in the 15th century to describe the plant's unique characteristic of following the sun's movement.
Synonyms
helianthus
flower
bloom
blossom
daisy
aster
zinnia
marigold
dahlia
chrysanthemum
gerbera
cosmos
coreopsis
rudbeckia
helenium
calendula
sunwort
tithonia
sunchower
velvetqueen
teddybear
redsun
velvetqueen
eveningstar
italianwhite
mammothsunflower
velvetcrownsunflower
yellowdisk
graystripedsunflower
prairiesunflower
Definitions
- A plant with large, bright yellow flowers that follow the movement of the sun, native to North America.
- The seed of the sunflower plant, used as a food and source of oil.
Usage Examples
- The sunflower stood tall in the garden, its bright yellow petals shining in the sunlight.
- Sunflowers are often used as a symbol of warmth and happiness in bouquets and arrangements.
- The farmer planted a field of sunflowers, which became a popular tourist attraction during the summer months.
Antonyms
shadeplant
moonflower
nightbloomingcereus
eveningglory
nightshade
wolfbane
midnightbloomingjessamine
snowdrop
winteraconite
autumnalequinox
springequinox
iceplant
frostplant
snowflower
iceflower
glacierlily
alpineplant
tundraplant
arcticpoppy
antarcticpearlwort