Petal

noun

/ˈpɛtl̩/

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.nounOne of the component parts of the corolla of a flower. It applies particularly, but not necessarily only, when the corolla consists of separate parts, that is when the petals are not connately fused. Petals are often brightly colored.

2.nounTerm of endearment.

Synonyms

polypetalous gamopetalous petalous labellum honey sweetie pretty nice dear flower petal petalum standard

Rhymes With

mettle settle nettle fettle metal ettle kettle betel

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