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English word origin

Etymology of abloom

From a- (“in”) + bloom (“flower”).

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Unnumbered source etymology

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adj

Blooming; covered in flowers. · Having something growing or grown. · Thriving in health, beauty, and vigor; exhibiting youth-like beauty.

adv

In or into bloom; in a blooming state; having flower blooms unfolding.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From a- (“in”) + bloom (“flower”).

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