Floret (noun)

  1. A small flower or cluster of flowers, especially one in a head of cabbage or similar plant.
  2. A small floral branch or spray.
  3. A small flower or bloom.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from french, literally "little flower", from fleur.

Examples:

  1. The florets of the broccoli plant are edible.
  2. She arranged a floret of lavender in her hair.
  3. The floret was a beautiful shade of purple.
  4. The florets were tightly packed together in the head of the cauliflower.
  5. The floret was a symbol of love and friendship.
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