1. The small, delicate, cream-colored flowers of the elder plant, used in cooking, beverages, and traditional medicine.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; Commonly used in British and European cuisine

Examples

• The chef made a delicate elderflower cordial for the summer party.
• Elderflowers are often used to flavor gin and other spirits.
• She picked fresh elderflowers from the garden to make tea.
• The elderflowers bloomed in late spring, filling the air with a sweet fragrance.
• Elderflower champagne is a traditional homemade beverage in England.
• The recipe called for dried elderflowers steeped in hot water.
• Many people use elderflowers to make jam and desserts.