noun
sunflower
SUHN-flow-uh
noun
1
A tall plant with a large, round flower head of yellow petals around a dark centre, grown for its seeds and oil.
"Rows of sunflowers lined the edge of the field."
"Sunflower seeds make a popular healthy snack."
How to Use Sunflower
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe tall, bright yellow flower known for its huge round head and edible seeds.
Common pairings
sunflower seeds
sunflower oil
field of sunflowers
Word Forms
sunflowers plural
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Etymology
A compound of sun and flower, likely named for the flower's shape and colour resembling the sun.