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wallflower

/ˈwɔlfloʊər/ noun · British & US
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What does wallflower mean?

noun

A person who is shy and prefers to keep in the background, often at social events. A type of flowering plant, especially a viollet or a snapdragon.

Example

"She was a wallflower at the party, observing from a distance."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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