blossom
Translation
to blossom, to flower, to develop
Examples
The cherry trees blossom in spring.
The cherry trees blossom in spring.
Their friendship blossomed over the years.
Their friendship blossomed over the years.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) blossoms The cherry trees blossom in spring.
((sth.)) blossoms into ((sth.)) Their idea blossomed into a business.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bloom, flower, flourish; Antonyms: wither, fade
Etymology
From Old English 'blōstm', meaning 'a flower', especially of a fruit tree.
Memory Tips
Often associated with fruit trees, like 'cherry blossoms'. Think of a whole tree covered in flowers.