myrtle
0 antonyms and opposites of myrtle, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An evergreen shrub with fragrant leaves and white flowers, native to southern Europe and North Africa.
Etymology
From Old French mirtille, ultimately from Latin myrtus, from Ancient Greek myrtos ("myrtle").
Full origin of myrtle →Frequently asked questions
What does “myrtle” mean?
The word “myrtle” means an evergreen shrub with fragrant leaves and white flowers, native to southern Europe and North Africa. In plain terms, a fragrant evergreen shrub, also used as a name and a colour term for its deep green leaves.
How do you pronounce “myrtle”?
“Myrtle” is pronounced MURTL (/ˈmɝtl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “myrtle” in a sentence?
Here is “myrtle” used in a sentence: “They planted myrtle bushes along the garden path.”
What part of speech is “myrtle”?
Depending on how it is used, “myrtle” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “myrtle” come from?
The word “myrtle” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French mirtille, ultimately from Latin myrtus, from Ancient Greek myrtos ("myrtle").
Is “myrtle” a common word?
“Myrtle” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “myrtle” have?
“Myrtle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an evergreen shrub with fragrant leaves and white flowers, native to southern Europe and North Africa.