Definition of "trumpet-shaped" [trump•et-shaped]

• Tubular with one end dilated, as the flower of the trumpet creeper. (adjective)

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• "But the trumpet-shaped flowers make a dramatic splash wherever they sprawl; if those flowers close during the day, it's often a sign that rain is on the way."
• "It's trumpet-shaped flower is beautiful but poisonous—be careful not to map in its shade as the poison can drop into your mouth!"
• "A decorative vine with rose, purple or white trumpet-shaped flowers."