单词 | hyacinth |
释义 | hy·a·cinth ![]() n. 1. a. A bulbous Mediterranean plant (Hyacinthus orientalis) having narrow leaves and a terminal raceme of variously colored, usually fragrant flowers, with a funnel-shaped perianth. b. Any of several similar or related plants, such as the grape hyacinth. 2. Greek Mythology A plant, perhaps the larkspur, gladiolus, or iris, that sprang from the blood of the slain Hyacinthus. 3. A deep purplish blue to vivid violet. 4. a. A reddish or cinnamon-colored variety of transparent zircon, used as a gemstone. Also called jacinth. b. A blue precious stone, perhaps the sapphire, known in antiquity. [Latin hyacinthus, from Greek huakinthos, wild hyacinth.] hy′a·cinthine (-sĭnthĭn, -thīn′) adj. ![]() garden hyacinth Hyacinthus orientalis |
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