Etymological root
*bʰleh₃-
Proto-Indo-European
Words from this root(6)
bless
B1
/blɛs/
To ask God to protect or help someone or something.
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flower
A1
/ˈflaʊ.ɚ/
The colourful part of a plant that produces seeds, often with a pleasant smell.
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blade
B2
/bleɪd/
The flat, sharp cutting part of a knife, sword, or tool.
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blossom
B2
/ˈblɑ.səm/
A flower or mass of flowers, especially on a fruit tree.
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flour
A2
/ˈflaʊ̯.ɚ/
A fine powder made by grinding wheat or other grain, used to make bread, cakes, and pastry.
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flourish
C1
/ˈflɝɪʃ/
To grow or develop strongly and successfully.
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