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Noun anthesis has 1 sense
  1. blossoming, flowering, florescence, inflorescence, anthesis, efflorescence - the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms
    --1 is a kind of growth, growing, maturation, development, ontogeny, ontogenesis

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Anthesis

Description

Anthesis refers to the flowering stage in the life cycle of a plant, specifically when the flowers of a plant are fully open and in full bloom. This term is widely used in botany and biology to describe the period when the reproductive organs of a plant, such as the stamens and pistils, are fully developed and ready for pollination.

Sample Sentences

  1. The breathtaking beauty of the anthesis in the garden attracted numerous hummingbirds.
  2. During anthesis, the flowers emit a pleasant fragrance to attract pollinators.
  3. The anthesis of the cherry blossom trees occurs in early spring, creating a spectacular display of pink blooms.
  4. Botanists study anthesis as a crucial stage in a plant's reproductive cycle.
  5. Farmers often monitor weather conditions closely during anthesis to ensure optimal pollination and fruit set.

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