orange blossom

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noun

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

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

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Origin of orange blossom

First recorded in 1780–90

Words nearby orange blossom

-orama, Oran, orang, orange, orangeade, orange blossom, Orangeburg, orange chromide, orange flower oil, orange flower water, Orange Free State

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How to use orange blossom in a sentence

An orange blossom of flame exploded on our screens as a new reality dawned.
The Resilient City: New York After 9/11|John Avlon|September 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The table had a great display of chrysanthemums, and there was orange blossom in the significant place and a wonderful cake.
Tono Bungay|H. G. Wells
One girl representing Wedding Cake can come with bridal veil, orange blossom wreath and shower bouquet.
Suppers|Paul Pierce
Or will The orange-blossom take its fragrance from The Heaven above; its origin forgot?
The Scarlet Stigma|James Edgar Smith

One millionth of a grain injected under the skin of a frog produced instantaneous death accompanied by an orange blossom odour.
The Life and Letters of Lafcadio Hearn, Volume 1|Elizabeth Bisland
The buildings are surrounded by gardens fragrant with champa and orange-blossom, and gay with many other flowers.
The Last Voyage|Lady (Annie Allnutt) Brassey

British Dictionary definitions for orange blossom

orange blossom

noun

the flowers of the orange tree, traditionally worn by brides

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