cornflower

noun

corn·​flow·​er ˈkȯrn-ˌflau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce cornflower (audio)

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The bouquet includes daisies, cornflowers, eucalyptus, roses, orchids, a waterlily dahlia, and more, all in pretty pastel hues of pink, orange, green, and blue. Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025 The Lego Icons Wildflower Bouquet includes 16 adjustable stems and features eight species of wildflowers, including cornflower, lavender, Welsh poppies, lupins, larkspurs, gerbera daisies, cow parsley, and leatherleaf ferns. Nneya Richards, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024 Blue comes in so many gorgeous shades from pale turquoise to rich cornflower, that it can easily be infused into your décor plans. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 26 June 2024 Just Stop Oil said the paint is cornflower and will wash off. Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for cornflower 

Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of cornflower was in 1841

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“Cornflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornflower. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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cornflower

noun
corn·​flow·​er -ˌflau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce cornflower (audio)

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