bloomer

1 of 2

noun (1)

bloom·​er ˈblü-mər 

1

: a plant that blooms

2

: a person who reaches full competence or maturity

he was a late bloomer as a writer

3

[blooming] : a stupid blunder

bloomer

2 of 2

noun (2)

bloo·​mer ˈblü-mər 

1

: a costume for women consisting of a skirt over long loose trousers gathered closely about the ankles

2

bloomers ˈblü-mərz  plural

a

: full loose trousers gathered at the knee formerly worn by women for athletics

b

: underpants of similar design worn chiefly by girls and women

Examples of bloomer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The brand experimented with everything from a leg-elongating, tailored short called the Hang, to denim, ruffled bloomers, and even micro mini shorts to don when higher temperatures hit. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025

Diaby was the summer bloomer, but Bailey became the reliable winter coat, scoring goals and making telling contributions. —Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 17 July 2024

Varieties for the South: Lilliputian, Rustica Rubra Star Magnolia Botanical name: Magnolia stellata Sun exposure: Full Soil type: Moist, well-drained, acidic Star magnolias are some of the earliest bloomers in the garden, which means they can sometimes be damaged by a late frost. —Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025

These trees are a triple threat, said Los Angeles County Arboretum arborist Frank McDonough: beautiful bloomers in late summer with clouds of frilly flowers in purples, pinks, fuchsia and white; dramatic red and gold leaves in the fall; and sculptural bark that makes the bare tree lovely in winter. —Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

Amelia Bloomer

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1727, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Noun (2)

1851, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing bloomer

• late bloomer

Biographical Definition

Bloomer

biographical name

Bloom·​er ˈblü-mər 

Amelia 1818–1894 née Jenks American reformer