sunflower
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• noun
A tall annual plant of the daisy family, native primarily to the Americas, cultivated extensively for its large, conspicuous yellow flower heads and its edible, oil-rich seeds.
"The farmer planted acres of giant sunflowers that turned their bright heads to follow the morning light."
The large, bright yellow flower of the sunflower plant, characterized by a dark central disk surrounded by radiating yellow petals.
"She arranged a cheerful bouquet of sunflowers to brighten up the rustic kitchen table."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in English from 'sun' + 'flower' (mid-16th century), so named because its large golden inflorescence resembles the sun, and the developing flower heads typically track the sun's movement across the sky (heliotropism).
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