Definitions

1. noun

a part of a flower, especially one of the usually showy parts of a flower that are often colored and arranged in a specific pattern.

“The delicate pink petal of the rose added a touch of elegance to the bouquet.”

2. verb

to remove or collect the petals from (flowers) for use in floral arrangements, as a decorative material.

“She spent the afternoon petaling the roses for the wedding ceremony.”