Myrtle (noun)

1. A broad-leaved evergreen shrub or small tree, native to Mediterranean region and Asia.
2. A plant of the genus Myrtus, with small, fragrant white or pink flowers and small black berries.

Origin:

From the latin word "myrtus" and ancient greek word "myrtos".

Examples:

1. The myrtle was used in traditional Mediterranean cooking and medicine.
2. The myrtle is a symbol of love in Mediterranean cultures.
3. The myrtle was an important symbol in ancient Greece, associated with the goddess Aphrodite.
4. The myrtle leaf is used to make a popular liqueur called Myrtillo.
5. The myrtle was used to decorate the wedding wreaths in ancient Greece.