hyacinth

/ˈhaɪəsɪnθ/
noun
  1. A plant with bell-shaped flowers that grow in a cluster on a single stem, often blue, purple, pink, or white, and known for its strong sweet smell.
    • She planted hyacinth bulbs in the garden last fall.
    • The hyacinth in the vase filled the room with a lovely fragrance.
    • Purple hyacinths bloomed beautifully along the path.
  2. A light purple or bluish-purple color.
    • The walls were painted a soft hyacinth shade.
    • His tie was a bright hyacinth blue.
    • She chose a hyacinth scarf to match her coat.
  3. A type of gemstone, especially a reddish-orange or brownish variety of zircon.
    • He collected minerals, including a polished hyacinth.
    • The antique ring had a small hyacinth stone set in gold.
    • Hyacinth gems are sometimes used in vintage jewelry.
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