orange blossom
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.
orange blossoms
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pluralof orange blossom.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“The butterflies have always been here,” she said as she watches a monarch circle the flaming orange blossoms of a type of milkweed called, appropriately, butterfly weed.
From National Geographic ● Dec. 14, 2023
An image of a particular plant or fruit suggested the garment’s origin, like orange blossoms adorning robes from Jaffa or cypress trees on those from Hebron.
From New York Times ● Sep. 9, 2023
Citrus made L.A. fragrant before smog crowded it out, but maybe orange blossoms — flower of bridal bouquets — scared off Mencken.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
Moscato d’Asti, a sweet fizzy white that tastes of orange blossoms, is another possibility.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 9, 2023
“I did not even have a proper wedding. No white dress or orange blossoms or trailing bridesmaids. I don’t want any silly dance given in my honour.”
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
