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Noun flower petal has 1 sense
- petal, flower petal - part of the perianth that is usually brightly colored
--1 is a kind of floral leaf
--1 is a part of corolla
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Term: Flower Petal
Description:
A flower petal is the colorful, delicate, and often fragrant part of a flower that forms the outer whorl of the flower's reproductive structures.
Senses:
- Noun: A single unit or blade-like structure of a flower, usually pigmented and varying in shape and size.
- Noun: The collection of petals forming a flower's corolla.
Usages:
- Popular Usage 1: When planning a wedding, the couple chose rose petals to sprinkle along the aisle.
- Popular Usage 2: The child loved picking daisy petals while saying, "He loves me, he loves me not."
- Local Usage 1: The local tradition involves scattering marigold petals during festive celebrations.
- Local Usage 2: In some cultures, lotus petals are offered as a symbol of purity and devotion.
Sample Sentences:
- Noun: The vibrant flower petal attracted the attention of a passing butterfly.
- Noun: The rose had velvety petals in shades of pink and red.
- Noun: Each flower on the sunflower plant consists of numerous yellow petals.
- Noun: The tulip garden displayed a stunning array of colorful petals.
- Noun: The hibiscus flower unfurled its petals to reveal its beauty.
- Noun: The bouquet was filled with a variety of scented flower petals.
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