blooms

word · lemma: bloom

Definition

'Blooms' is the plural of 'bloom,' meaning flowers or the action of flowers opening. It can also refer to a period when flowers appear.

Usage & Nuances

'Blooms' can be a noun (flowers) or a verb (third person singular of 'bloom'). In nature, 'blooms' often refers to flowers on plants or trees, or to algae in water (e.g., 'algal blooms'). Not used for artificial flowers.

Example Sentences

The cherry tree blooms in spring.

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There are many colorful blooms in the garden.

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These roses have large blooms every year.

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Wildflowers bloom early, so their blooms don’t last long.

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Every year, the city celebrates when the tulip blooms appear downtown.

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Lake blooms sometimes warn of pollution in the water.

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