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florist

American  
[flawr-ist, flohr-, flor-] / ˈflɔr ɪst, ˈfloʊr-, ˈflɒr- /

noun

  1. a retailer of flowers, ornamental plants, etc.

  2. a grower of flowers.


florist British  
/ ˈflɒrɪst /

noun

  1. a person who grows or deals in flowers

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Etymology

Origin of florist

First recorded in 1615–25; flor- + -ist

Example Sentences

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Maria, who owns a florists off King's Road, said the bridge closure was causing delivery delays for her business.

From BBC

A florist on the street that was targeted said the restaurant was run by Chinese Muslims and had been there for two years.

From Barron's

When Samantha arrived she saw a woman she recognised as Ashley the florist, who told her that David had just gone to the toilet.

From BBC

A family florist has said they are working "twelve to fifteen hour days" to keep up with the demand's of Christmas.

From BBC

Jon, just the number of florists credited at the end of “Wicked: For Good” is wild.

From Los Angeles Times