Etymology of the English word inflorescence
the English word
inflorescencederived from the Latin word
inflorescentiaderived from the Late Latin word
inflorescensderived from the Latin word
inflorescereusing the Latin prefix
in- (suffix for no)
derived from the Proto-Indo-European root
*ne (not)
derived from the Latin word
florescere ( blossom; increase in physical vigor or renown)
derived from the Latin word
florere (flourish, blossom, be prosperous)
derived from the Latin word
flos (flower, blossom; youthful prime)
derived from the Proto-Indo-European root
*bhel-Date
The earliest known usage of inflorescence in English dates from the 16th century.
Usage
Word found in Modern English
