Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petala
Noun
/ˈpɛtələ/
Definition
The thin, leaf-like part of a flower that is often brightly colored and attracts pollinators.
Examples
- The rose has soft, velvety petals that are deep red.
- After the rain, the petals of the daisies glistened in the sunlight.
- The teacher explained the role of petals in plant reproduction.
Meaning
A petal is one of the individual parts of a flower that is usually colorful and plays a role in reproduction by attracting insects and birds.
Synonyms
- leaf
- blossom
- flower part
- floret