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to bloom
01
(of a plant) to produce flowers and display them in full color
Intransitive
Example
The rose bushes bloomed beautifully in the garden this summer.
Each spring, the cherry trees bloom with clusters of pink and white flowers.
02
to allow a food ingredient, such as gelatin or yeast, to absorb liquid and soften or expand
Transitive: to bloom a food ingredient
Intransitive
Example
Before adding gelatin to the dessert recipe, the chef let it bloom in cold water to ensure proper hydration.
To activate the yeast for bread baking, it 's essential to bloom it in warm water with a pinch of sugar until frothy.
03
to thrive or flourish, often reaching an optimal or beautiful state
Intransitive
Example
The city ’s economy bloomed with the arrival of new industries.
The child ’s curiosity bloomed under the guidance of an inspiring teacher.
Bloom
01
the organic process of bearing flowers
02
reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts
03
a cheerful, youthful, or healthy glow on someone's face
04
the best time of youth
05
a powdery deposit on a surface
06
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
