noun

1. A flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting; a mass of such flowers.

   “The blossom has come early this year.”

2. The state or season of producing such flowers.

   “The orchard is in blossom.”

3. A blooming period or stage of development; something lovely that gives rich promise.

verb

1. To have, or open into, blossoms; to bloom.

2. To begin to thrive or flourish.

Synonyms: bloom, flourish, grow, prosper, thrive, bloom, flower