|
Definition of Hyacinth
1. Noun. A red transparent variety of zircon used as a gemstone.
2. Noun. Any of numerous bulbous perennial herbs.
Group relationships: Genus Hyacinthus
Specialized synonyms: Common Hyacinth, Hyacinthus Orientalis, Hyacinthus Orientalis Albulus, Roman Hyacinth, Cape Hyacinth, Galtonia Candicans, Hyacinthus Candicans, Summer Hyacinth
Definition of Hyacinth
1. n. A bulbous plant of the genus Hyacinthus, bearing beautiful spikes of fragrant flowers. H. orientalis is a common variety.
Definition of Hyacinth
1. Proper noun. (rare) (Ancient Greek male given name). ¹
2. Proper noun. (English female given name). One of the less common flower names used since the 19th century. ¹
3. Noun. Any bulbous plant of the genus ''Hyacinthus'', native to the Mediterranean and South Africa. ¹
4. Noun. A variety of zircon, ranging in color from brown, orange, reddish-brown and yellow. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Hyacinth
1. a flowering plant [n -S]
Medical Definition of Hyacinth
1.
1.