orange blossom

American  

noun

1. the white flower of an orange tree, especially of the genus Citrus, much used in wreaths, bridal bouquets, etc.: the state flower of Florida.

2. a cocktail made of gin, orange juice, and sugar, shaken together with ice.

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orange blossom British  

noun

1. the flowers of the orange tree, traditionally worn by brides

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Etymology

Origin of orange blossom

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

The orange blossom had already become the state flower in 1909, and, by 1967, a year after McPhee’s opus, the orange was the state fruit.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

The gardens sprawl in four sections, reimagining the vision of Sun King, Louis XIV, who wanted his grounds to overflow with the scents of orange blossom, hyacinth, tuberose and jasmine.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2023

In a twist, he uses the "orange blossom" flower mold for the ice cream that creates a stunning impact when the dish's cover is removed.

From Salon • May 26, 2023

The new oil includes olive oil scented with a mix of essential oils, sesame, rose, jasmine, cinnamon, neroli and benzoin, with orange blossom also added.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2023

Beetee sits motionless in a wheelchair at the center of the meadow, watching a spring-green bird hover in midair as it sips nectar from a large orange blossom.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins