hibiscus

noun

hi·bis·cus | \ hī-ˈbi-skəs

, hə- \

Definition of hibiscus

: any of a large genus (Hibiscus) of herbs, shrubs, or small trees of the mallow family with large showy flowers and usually dentate leaves

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Recent Examples on the Web Bissap, which is a sweetened hibiscus drink, with gin mixed in, garnished with mint. — Dawn Davis, Bon Appétit, 20 Oct. 2021 That’s Functional Trending hibiscus drinks are just one example of a growing interest in functional beverages. — Anna Haines, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2021 At Cinder House restaurant and bar at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, this cocktail is bright and bouncy, this vodka punch is infused with hibiscus leaves, fresh lime and pineapple. — Aly Walansky, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2021 Then come the sudden oases of homes, hibiscus rioting over the gates before fizzling out as quickly as fireworks. — Stephanie Rafanelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2021 Another is Jamaica, a hibiscus product that has a bit of spice to it. — Kristine M. Kierzek, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2021 The brand’s first release is a dry hibiscus pinot noir with notes of wildflower and dark cherries, with a marigold blend on the horizon — a flower selected for its fortifying health benefits. — New York Times, 15 July 2021 Hudson simply captioned her post with an emoji of a hibiscus flower. — Gabrielle Chung, PEOPLE.com, 23 Sep. 2021 Sohn, a Korean immigrant, focused on the hibiscus bloom, the national flower of South Korea. — Laura Newberry, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2021

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