1
: of, relating to, or depicting flowers
a floral display
a floral design
2
: of or relating to a flora
floral diversity
: a design or picture in which flowers predominate
Examples of floral in a Sentence
Adjective
a floral pattern in wallpaper
The wine has a floral aroma.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Today, a simple shift dress, midi or mini, in a lively pattern (floral or palms) or hue (pastels) is a Palm Beach staple.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Emulate that rustic ambiance with this terracotta vase that pairs well with greenery and florals.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Intense floral aromas of roses and violets entwine with decadent chocolate.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Today, a simple shift dress, midi or mini, in a lively pattern (floral or palms) or hue (pastels) is a Palm Beach staple.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
Noun
In the fashion calendar, Spring typically ushers in an influx of florals, pastels, higher hemlines, and lighter fabrics on the runways.
—Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Emulate that rustic ambiance with this terracotta vase that pairs well with greenery and florals.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Floral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/floral. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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