corolla
Corolla (noun) means the petals of a flower considered together, especially when distinct in color from the outer sepals. Example: “The tulip's bright red corolla opened fully in the sun.”
How to use corolla
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA flower's petals, viewed together as one structure.
Word forms
corollas plural, corollae plural, corollæ plural
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The tulip's bright red _____ opened fully in the sun.
Etymology
From Latin "corolla," a diminutive of "corona" ("wreath" or "garland").
Rhymes for corolla
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What does “corolla” mean?
The word “corolla” means the petals of a flower considered together, especially when distinct in color from the outer sepals. In plain terms, a flower's petals, viewed together as one structure.
How do you pronounce “corolla”?
“Corolla” is pronounced kuh-ROH-luh (/kəˈɹoʊlə/ in IPA).
How do you use “corolla” in a sentence?
Here is “corolla” used in a sentence: “The tulip's bright red corolla opened fully in the sun.”
What part of speech is “corolla”?
“Corolla” is a noun.
Where does the word “corolla” come from?
The word “corolla” comes from Latin. From Latin "corolla," a diminutive of "corona" ("wreath" or "garland").