adjective
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decorated with or consisting of flowers or patterns of flowers
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of, relating to, or associated with flowers
floral leaves
Other Word Forms
- florally adverb
Etymology
Origin of floral
1640–50; < Latin Flōrālis pertaining to Flōra. See flora, -al 1
Example Sentences
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Cardamom carries a subtle floral note and a quiet citrus edge that sharpens the cinnamon without competing with it.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
She gravitates toward “super banda” outfits, shiny shirts with floral prints worn over jorts.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
Paintings commemorating Diogo Jota have been unveiled at Molineux Stadium - created using ink from floral tributes laid at the ground by fans.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
The Lawson-Fenning chairs are upholstered in a floral fabric from Bob Collins & Sons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
Meanwhile, Mom kept Connor entertained by showing him around the store, letting him sift through the multicolored leotards, the tulle-ruffled tutus, the floral headpieces and rhinestone tiaras.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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