Wallflower Definition

wôlflouər
wallflowers
noun
wallflowers
Any of a number of perennial or annual garden plants (genera Cheiranthus and Erysimum) of the crucifer family, having racemes of cross-shaped flowers, usually yellow or orange; esp., a common perennial (C. cheiri) having racemes of fragrant, colorful flowers.
Webster's New World
One who does not participate in the activity at a social event because of shyness or unpopularity.
American Heritage
A person, esp. a girl, who merely looks on at a dance, etc., sometimes from shyness but usually from not having been chosen as a partner.
Webster's New World
A security, company, or industry that is out of favor with investors.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
  • Erysimum cheiri
  • Cheiranthus cheiri

Other Word Forms of Wallflower

Noun

Singular:
wallflower
Plural:
wallflowers

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