Definition

Describing a type of plant that does not produce flowers and reproduces in other ways.

Example

Nonflowering plants, such as ferns and mosses, reproduce through spores instead of seeds.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants are nonflowering?

Really? I thought all plants had flowers at some point.

Nope, there are plenty of nonflowering plants like ferns and mosses.

That's interesting! I should learn more about them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonflowering → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "flowering" (from the root "flower" which comes from Old English "flōwrian", meaning to bloom or produce flowers). The word "nonflowering" describes plants that do not produce flowers or blooms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'flowering' referring to the act of blooming. This helps you remember that 'nonflowering' means not blooming or producing flowers.

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