Definition

The skill or art of arranging flowers in a decorative way.

Example

She studied floristry to become a professional florist.

Conversation

Have you ever tried your hand at floristry?

Not really, but I think it looks so beautiful when done right.

Yeah, I love how creative you can get with flower arrangements in floristry.

Absolutely! Maybe I should take a class and learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Floristry is formed from "flor" (from Latin "flos", meaning flower) and "-istry" (from Greek "-istia", meaning art or skill). The word refers to the art or skill of arranging flowers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'flor' meaning flower, and '-istry' relating to an art or skill — floristry is the art of working with flowers.

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