hyacinthus — meaning in English

English meaning

• hyacinth noun A bulb plant with clusters of small, fragrant, brightly coloured flowers, native to the Mediterranean region.
• sapphire noun A precious gemstone, typically deep blue, formed from the mineral corundum.

Senses

hyacinthus is used for these senses in English:

• Hyacinthus (Greek mythology) A Spartan youth loved and accidentally killed by Apollo. The flower hyacinth sprang from his blood.
• hyacinth Any bulbous plant of the genus Hyacinthus, native to the Mediterranean and South Africa.

sapphire — full definition

1. noun A precious gemstone, typically deep blue, formed from the mineral corundum.
2. noun A deep, rich blue colour, named after the gem.
3. adj Of a deep blue colour.

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