hyacinth

• Sustantivo que designa una planta bulbosa con flores fragantes en forma de campana, generalmente de color azul, violeta, rosa o blanco; también se refiere a la flor de esta planta.

A noun referring to a bulbous plant with fragrant, bell-shaped flowers, typically in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white.

1. Flowering plantB1formal

   A bulbous plant of the lily family, with fragrant bell-shaped flowers that grow in dense spikes, typically blue, pink, or white.

   Jacinto

   • The garden was filled with the sweet scent of hyacinths in spring.
   • She planted purple hyacinth bulbs near the front door.
   • Hyacinths bloom beautifully when given enough sunlight.

2. Precious stoneC1formal

   A reddish-orange or brownish variety of zircon used as a gemstone.

   Jacinto (piedra preciosa)

   • The antique ring was set with a rare hyacinth stone.
   • Hyacinth gems were popular in Victorian jewelry.
   • He admired the deep orange hue of the hyacinth.

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