pompon
Americannoun
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the high plume at the front of a shako.
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Horticulture. a form of small, globe-shaped flower head that characterizes a class or type of various flowering plants, especially chrysanthemums and dahlias.
Etymology
Origin of pompon
1740–50; < French; repetitive formation, apparently based on pompe pomp
Example Sentences
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Among the most exported flowers this season by the airline were roses and carnations from Bogota; pompons, hydrangeas and chrysanthemums from Medellin; and roses, carnations and gypsophila from Quito, Avianca said in a statement.
From Seattle Times
Her favorites are the tight pompon shapes with their preposterous geometry.
From Seattle Times
By the time Hong crossed the finish line around 9:30 a.m., applauded by cheerleaders with rainbow pompons, the temperature had reached 82 degrees.
From Seattle Times
Some seek to address the longevity issue, others are compact for small gardens, and some lose the daisy in favor of a pompon of double flowers.
From Washington Post
By that point we’ve been lulled by all the charm and pompons and sweeping pas de deux.
From Washington Post
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