blanket flower
- noun
- /ˈblæŋkɪt ˈflaʊər/
- US
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flor manta
- She planted blanket flowers along the walkway to add color to her garden all summer long.
Examples
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The garden was vibrant with blanket flowers showcasing their bright yellow and red petals.
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Marigolds, snapdragons, roses, blanket flowers, zinnias, sweet peas, any annual that has multiple blooms over the season.
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In spring, the blanket flowers bloom beautifully, attracting butterflies and adding charm to outdoor spaces.
Synonyms
A plant that lives for one year with bright red and yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies
A small wildflower from the central United States with yellow petals and a red center
A plant with tall stalks and bright yellow flowers with red or purple centers
Surface Forms
Morphology
The compound is compositional: 'blanket' (a covering) modifies 'flower', so a B1 learner who knows both words can reasonably infer it denotes a kind of flower characterized by blanket-like appearance or coverage. This is a straightforward plant name rather than an idiomatic or highly metaphorical expression, so its meaning is recoverable from the constituents.
Etymology
Blanket flower may come from the bright, patterned look of its flowers, which can look like a small colourful blanket or rug. That's why gardeners call this showy 'garden plant'.
