bellflower

¹ American  

[bel-flou-er] / ˈbɛlˌflaʊ ər /

noun

1. any of numerous plants of the genus Campanula, having usually bell-shaped flowers and including many species cultivated as ornamentals.

2. any of various other plants having bell-shaped flowers.

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Bellflower ² American  

[bel-flou-er] / ˈbɛlˌflaʊ ər /

noun

1. a city in SW California, near Los Angeles.

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bellflower British  

/ ˈbɛlˌflaʊə /

noun

1. another name for campanula

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Etymology

Origin of bellflower

First recorded in 1570–80; bell ¹ + flower

Example Sentences

Scanning electron microscopy identified pollen grains from myrtle, mint and other known embalming , as well as poplar and bellflower, which were in bloom when the king died.

From Scientific American • Mar. 1, 2013

The late-18th-century unsigned piece, made of cherry and tulip poplar, has bellflower and scallop inlays and flared cabriole supports that scholars call “bandy legs.”

From New York Times • Dec. 6, 2012

"But where is the little blue flower that grows by the water, and the purple bellflower, and the daisy?" asked the oak.

From Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales Second Series by Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian)

"But the little blue flower near the water—I want that, too," said the oak; "and the bellflower, and the dear little daisy."

From The Ontario Readers Third Book by Ontario. Ministry of Education

The bellflower, urn, festoons, and acanthus were all favorites of his for decoration.

From Furnishing the Home of Good Taste A Brief Sketch of the Period Styles in Interior Decoration with Suggestions as to Their Employment in the Homes of Today by Throop, Lucy Abbot