Definition of «hyacinth»

Hyacinth is a flower that belongs to the family of bulbous plants. It has large, bell-shaped flowers with long, narrow petals and a sweet fragrance. The name hyacinth comes from Greek mythology where it refers to a character named Hyakinthos who was killed by a discus thrown by Apollo.

Usage examples

  1. I planted a beautiful hyacinth bulb in my garden and eagerly watched it bloom into vibrant purple flowers.
  2. The delicate scent of the hyacinth filled the room, creating a calming and soothing atmosphere.
  3. As I strolled through the park, I noticed a patch of hyacinths in various shades of pink, blue, and white, brightening up the landscape.
  4. My girlfriend sent me a bouquet of hyacinths as a romantic gesture, knowing they are my favorite flowers.
  5. The Hyacinth macaw, with its striking blue feathers, is one of the most majestic birds I have ever seen in the wild.

Sentences with «hyacinth»

  • HOW IT»S CONSTRUCTED Made of water hyacinth with an iron frame. (pbteen.com)
  • Recent population studies estimate the number of Hyacinth Macaws in the wild to be between 4,000 to 6,000. (bayshoreanimalhospital.biz)
  • A worker clears water hyacinths in Yaojiang River in Ningbo, Zhejiang province November 25, 2009. (reuters.com)
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