blossom meaning and definition

BLOSSOM noun

Definition of blossom (noun)

1. reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts
   • synonyms: bloom, flower
2. the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
   • synonyms: bloom, efflorescence, flower, flush, heyday, peak, prime

BLOSSOM verb

Definition of blossom (verb)

1. produce or yield flowers
   • "The cherry tree bloomed"
   • synonyms: bloom, flower
2. develop or come to a promising stage
   • "Youth blossomed into maturity"
   • synonyms: blossom forth, blossom out, unfold