Use 'aster' to identify the specific flower, not as a generic term for any star-shaped blossom. The aster blooms in late summer and is often purple or pink.
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Gardening Context
'Aster' is mainly used when talking about gardening or describing flower varieties. At the flower show, she explained how to care for asters.
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Not Always Literally
Sometimes 'aster' is used in poetic or metaphorical language to convey beauty or star-like qualities. Her eyes sparkled like asters under the moonlight.