Heather

/ˈhɛðər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A hardy low-growing evergreen plant (genus Calluna) that has small bell-shaped flowers, typically associated with heathland.

The hills were covered in vibrant purple heather during the summer months.

A type of moorland characterized by heather plants, often found in temperate regions.

We took a long walk through the heather, enjoying the fragrant air and the beauty of nature.

The color of heather, which is a soft purple shade.

She wore a dress in a lovely heather color that complemented her complexion.

The word 'heather' comes from Middle English 'hather', from Old English 'hæþ', meaning 'heath or moorland'.

heather honey

Honey made from the nectar of heather flowers.

heather field

An area densely populated with heather plants.

moorland

An area of uncultivated land with heaths and marshes.

shrub

A woody plant smaller than a tree and usually with multiple stems.