hyacinth

noun

hy·a·cinth | \ ˈhī-ə-(ˌ)sin(t)th

, -sən(t)th\

Definition of hyacinth

1a : a precious stone of the ancients sometimes held to be the sapphire

b : a gem zircon or hessonite

2a : a plant of the ancients held to be a lily, iris, larkspur, or gladiolus

b : a bulbous perennial herb (Hyacinthus orientalis) of the lily family that is native to the Mediterranean region but is widely grown for its dense spikes of fragrant flowers — compare grape hyacinth, water hyacinth

3 : a light violet to moderate purple

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Plant lilies underneath less tasty bulbs such as daffodils and hyacinths. — Arricca Sansone, Country Living, "How to Grow Lily Flowers," 1 Aug. 2018 Inspired by his favorite spring flowers, creator Christopher Brosius designed this fragrance with the essences of hyacinth, daffodil, crocus, and tulip, and the absolutes of narcissus and jonquil. — Evelyn Crowley, Vogue, "Why Fragrance Water Is the Perfume World’s New Obsession," 11 Aug. 2018 The London candle is reminiscent of the Columbia Road flower market, with notes of tropical heliotrope, lilac, juniper, and sweet-smelling hyacinth with a hint of spice, which feels like an homage to the city’s diverse culture. — Shannon Barbour, The Cut, "You Can Buy These Exclusive Diptyque Candles for 4 Days Only," 6 Apr. 2018 White daffodils pop against a bed of whiter hyacinths. — Colleen Barry, chicagotribune.com, "Nature shows off during Dutch tulip season," 8 Mar. 2018 Then there's hyacinth, which is such a beautiful flower. — Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "Tory Burch Talks Building a Brand, Wellness, and Her Tenth Perfume Just Like Heaven," 14 May 2018 Daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and crocuses have broken through, along with the blossoms of magnolia trees and crabapple trees, once again creating a palate of color. — Chuck Crow, cleveland.com, "Lake View Cemetery's Daffodil Hill finally in full splendor (photos)," 6 May 2018 Tulips, hyacinths, and pansies were hung in baskets or planted in flower boxes on the barn. — Denise Coffey, Courant Community, "Earth Day, Spring Cleaning At Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue," 2 May 2018 Tulips, hyacinths, and zinnias are once again available for purchase and placement in your home (in preparation for their near-immediate deaths). — Kelly Conaboy, The Cut, "Today Is the Perfect Day to Buy Peonies," 2 May 2018

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