Blossom

/ˈblɑː.səm/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A flower, especially one of a fruit tree.
The cherry blossom is celebrated during the spring festival.
The state or time of flowering.
The garden was in full blossom, creating a stunning visual display.
A youthful or flourishing condition.
Her artistic career is just beginning to show its blossom.
verb
To produce flowers; to bloom.
The apple trees blossom beautifully in early April.
To develop or mature in a healthy or vigorous way.
As she traveled, her confidence began to blossom.
To come into a state of beauty or excellence.
The new initiative allowed the community's talents to blossom.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'blostm' meaning 'bloom, flower'

Common Phrases and Expressions

blossom into
to develop or mature into something.
come into blossom
to start to flower.

Related Words

bloom
The state or period of flowering.
flourish
To thrive or grow well.

Slang Meanings

To improve or reach a peak in one's life or career.
After that project, she really blossomed.
To express oneself freely or creatively.
He really blossoms when he's performing on stage.