Bloom \Bloom\, v. i. [imp. & p. p. {Bloomed}; p. pr. & vb. n.
   {Blooming}.]
   1. To produce or yield blossoms; to blossom; to flower or be
      in flower.
      
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            A flower which once
            In Paradise, fast by the tree of life,
            Began to bloom.                       --Milton.
      
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   2. To be in a state of healthful, growing youth and vigor; to
      show beauty and freshness, as of flowers; to give promise,
      as by or with flowers.
      
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            A better country blooms to view,

            Beneath a brighter sky.               --Logan.
      
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Blooming \Bloom"ing\, n. (Metal.)
   The process of making blooms from the ore or from cast iron.
   
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Blooming \Bloom"ing\, a.
   1. Opening in blossoms; flowering.
      
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   2. Thriving in health, beauty, and vigor; indicating the
      freshness and beauties of youth or health.
      
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