Hyacinth

/ˈhaɪ.ə.sɪnθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A bulbous plant of the genus Hyacinthus, typically having a dense cluster of fragrant flowers, often in various colors.

The garden was adorned with blue hyacinths, which filled the air with their sweet fragrance.

A gemstone, typically a reddish-brown variety of zircon, valued for its beauty and used in jewelry.

She wore a stunning ring set with a hyacinth that sparkled beautifully in the sunlight.

A color that is a light or moderate violet, similar to that of the flowers of the hyacinth plant.

The walls of her bedroom were painted a soft hyacinth, creating a calming atmosphere.

From Latin 'hyacinthus', derived from Greek 'ὑάκινθος' (huakinthos), referring to the flower.

hyacinth garden

A garden featuring hyacinth flowers.

hyacinth blue

A shade of blue resembling the color of hyacinths.

fragrance

A pleasant smell.

bulb

An underground storage organ of a plant.

flower

The reproductive structure of a flowering plant.