sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er ˈsən-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus (Helianthus, especially H. annuus) of New World composite plants with large yellow-rayed flower heads bearing edible seeds that yield an edible oil

Examples of sunflower in a Sentence

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Remove Food Sources Growing flowers that produce lots of seeds, such as black-eyed Susan and sunflowers, attracts wildlife and makes birds more likely to nest in your garden. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025

Key Ingredients: Basil leaf hairy root blend, sunflower oil, baobab oil Type: Pre-wash oil Best For: Dry scalp, product build-up, all hair textures Size: 3 oz. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2025

The medium-coverage concealer is made with beloved ingredients like moisture-boosting glycerin, brightening licorice root extract, vitamin C-rich amla fruit extract (also known as Indian gooseberry oil), and vitamin E-rich sunflower seed oil. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 30 Jan. 2025

Add plenty of fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts: Between meals, satisfy your hunger with nutritious high-fiber snacks, such as avocados, apples, pears, baby carrots, sunflower seeds, and almonds. —Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

sunflower

noun

sun·​flow·​er -ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of a genus of tall herbs that are often grown for their large showy flower heads with yellow ray flowers and for their oil-rich seeds