honeysuckle

noun

hon·​ey·​suck·​le ˈhə-nē-ˌsə-kəl 

: any of a genus (Lonicera of the family Caprifoliaceae, the honeysuckle family) of shrubs with opposite leaves and fragrant tubular flowers rich in nectar

broadly : any of various plants (such as a columbine or azalea) with tubular flowers rich in nectar

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Examples of honeysuckle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What’s more, the powders are enriched with nourishing vitamin E, jojoba seed oil, and honeysuckle flower—and free of talc, which can irritate sensitive skin. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025

Unlike desirable honeysuckle species that are native to North America, the Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) is an invasive plant that spells trouble for gardens and ecosystems alike. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025

The blooms have a strong lemon verbena, bergamot and honeysuckle fragrance. —Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025

Hollies, honeysuckle vine, and crabapples produce bright red fruits that persist into the winter season. —Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 6 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English honysoukel clover, alteration of honysouke, from Old English hunisūce, from hunig honey + sūcan to suck

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing honeysuckle

• trumpet honeysuckle

Rhymes for honeysuckle

• buckle
• chicle
• chuckle
• knuckle
• muckle
• suckle
• tical

Kids Definition

honeysuckle

noun

hon·​ey·​suck·​le -ˌsək-əl 

: any of a genus of shrubs having fragrant tube-shaped flowers rich in nectar