jasmine

noun

jas·​mine ˈjaz-mən 

variants or less commonly jessamine

ˈje-smən, 

ˈje-sə-mən 

1

a

: any of numerous often climbing shrubs (genus Jasminum) of the olive family that usually have extremely fragrant flowers

especially : a tall-climbing semievergreen Asian shrub (J. officinale) with fragrant white flowers from which oil is extracted for use in perfumes

b

: any of numerous plants having sweet-scented flowers

especially : yellow jessamine

2

: a light yellow

Illustration of jasmine

• jasmine 1a

Examples of jasmine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Yes, the vanilla is the focal point, but it’s also grounded with notes of apricot, brown sugar, and jasmine. —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 25 May 2026

The nose opens with a delicate, rice‑driven grain character featuring aromas of steamed white rice, jasmine, and subtle cereal, layered over traditional American whiskey notes of caramel, vanilla, and light oak. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream has transcended body care to become a full-on sensory obsession, due in large part to its instantly recognizable, floral and sweet Cheirosa 62 scent (with notes of jasmine, almond, and vanilla). —Marci Robin, Allure, 20 May 2026

Heart notes are apple blossom, peach and jasmine petals. —Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle French jasmin, from Arabic yāsamīn, from Persian

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing jasmine

• jasmine rice

Rhymes for jasmine

• plasmin
• yasmin
• ceruloplasmin

Kids Definition

jasmine

noun

jas·​mine ˈjaz-mən 

variants or jessamine

ˈjes-(ə-)mən

: any of numerous often climbing shrubs that are related to the olive and have extremely fragrant flowers

also : any of various plants noted for sweet-scented flowers