Lavender
(noun)
- A aromatic plant of the mint family, often used for perfumes, sachets, and oils, and in ornamental gardening.
- A pale purplish-blue color, like that of the flowers of the lavender plant.
Origin:
From middle english lavendre, from old french lavendre, from latin lavandula.
Examples:
- She gathered a handful of fragrant lavender from the garden and placed it in a sachet under her pillow.
- The garden was filled with the sweet scent of lavender and roses.
- She chose a pale lavender dress to wear to the wedding, as it was her favorite color.
- The lavender fields in southern France are a popular tourist destination.
- Lavender is commonly used in aromatherapy for its calming and relaxing properties.