flower girl

American  

noun

1. a young girl at a wedding ceremony who precedes the bride and carries or scatters flowers in her path.

2. British. a woman who sells flowers in the street.

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flower girl British  

noun

1. a girl or woman who sells flowers in the street

2. a young girl who carries flowers in a procession, esp at weddings

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Etymology

Origin of flower girl

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

“Thank you—that is to say, tut-tut! The Cockney flower girls of London sell nicer flowers than these!”

From Literature

They have worked on ceremonies where dogs have been used as "flower girls" and bridesmaids, as well as ring bearers.

From BBC

At 11 years old, I was a flower girl at my cousin’s wedding in Calabasas.

From Los Angeles Times

"She was due to be the flower girl at the wedding of her uncle and auntie which was due to take place the following weekend."

From BBC

The three flower girls were dressed as Christmas tree angels for the marriage ceremony and the wedding favours at the reception were shaped as crackers.

From BBC