florist

[flawr-ist, flohr-, flor-]

noun

1. a retailer of flowers, ornamental plants, etc.

2. a grower of flowers.

florist

/ ˈflɒrɪst /

noun

1. a person who grows or deals in flowers

Word History and Origins

Origin of florist¹

First recorded in 1615–25; flor- + -ist

Example Sentences

Photos show the couple surrounded by roses, anemones, delphiniums and hydrangeas which appear to be set up in woodland with strategically placed urns and an archway, wedding florist Nicola Paul told the BBC.

From BBC

"You can bring your own flowers, you don't need to pay for a florist, you can run the ceremony yourself, you don't need to have a religious minister or a celebrant."

From BBC

Miss Sindall, who worked as a florist, had also been doing part-time bar work at the Wellington Pub in Bebington to save up for her upcoming wedding to her fiancé, David Beattie.

From BBC

For more than 20 years, Sherman Oaks florist Mark’s Garden has designed the towering greenery and blooming displays seen at the Oscars.

From Los Angeles Times

Cookbook has a nice wine selection, and there’s a florist right next to Tropical Juice LA for when I get fresh flowers.

From Los Angeles Times