flowering

UK: ˈflaʊərɪŋ | US: ˈflaʊərɪŋ

Definition

  1. n. the process or period of producing flowers

  2. adj. producing flowers; in bloom

  3. adj. (figuratively) flourishing or thriving

Structure
flower <blooming plant>ing <noun/adj. suffix indicating action or state>
Etymology

The word "flowering" derives from the Old French "flor" (flower), which traces back to the Latin "flos" (flower). The suffix "-ing" is of Germanic origin, commonly used in English to form present participles or gerunds. Combined, "flowering" literally means "the act of producing flowers" or "being in bloom." Over time, it also gained figurative use to describe periods of growth or prosperity.

Examples

  1. The cherry trees are flowering early this year due to the warm weather.

  2. Her artistic talent reached its flowering during her stay in Paris.

  3. The garden is a riot of color during the flowering season.

  4. This plant requires specific conditions for successful flowering.

  5. The Renaissance was a flowering of art and culture in Europe.