ray flower

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Noun ray flower has 1 sense

ray flower, ray floret - small flower with a flat strap-shaped corolla usually occupying the peripheral rings of a composite flower
--₁ is a kind of flower, bloom, blossom
--₁ is a part of flower head

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Ray Flower

Description:

A ray flower refers to the long and narrow petals surrounding the center of a composite flower, also known as a disc flower. These petals are typically flat, strap-like, and often serve to attract pollinators towards the flower.

Sample Sentences:

The sunflower's vibrant yellow ray flowers created a stunning contrast against its dark brown center.
The daisy's ray flowers formed a delicate white fringe around the yellow disk-shaped center.
Bees were drawn to the chamomile's ray flowers, seeking out nectar and spreading pollen.