hyacinth
noun
a bulbous plant, Hyacinthus orientalis, of the lily family, widely cultivated for its cylindrical cluster of fragrant flowers in a variety of colors.
hyacinths
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pluralof hyacinth.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Those byproducts are rich in nitrogen and other nutrients, so for decades, the farm has sent that effluent into ponds where they grow hyacinths.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
African violets, tulips, orchids, hyacinths and cyclamen are affordable alternatives that will outlast fresh flowers, which often fade after a few days.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 2, 2022
Spring crocuses, tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, irises, and all the other wonderful spring bloomers need to go through a winter chill period in order to bloom.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2021
People who transport water hyacinths, alligator grass or water chestnut plants across state lines also would no longer face up to six months in prison.
From Reuters ● Dec. 21, 2020
She was gathering flowers with her companions in the vale of Enna, in a meadow of soft grass and roses and crocus and lovely violets and iris and hyacinths.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
