lavender

noun
UK: /ˈlævəndə(r)/
US: /ˈlævəndər/

  1. A plant with purple flowers and a sweet smell.

    1. I love the smell of lavender in the garden.
    2. The field was filled with lavender, attracting many bees to the area.

  2. A pale purple color.

    1. She wore a lavender dress to the party.
    2. The walls were painted a soft lavender, creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Synonyms

purple lilac
lavender verb

  1. To perfume or scent with lavender.

    1. She lavendered her linens to give them a fresh scent.
    2. The soap was lavendered, providing a calming aroma during the bath.
lavender adjective

  1. Having a pale purple color.

    1. The lavender sky at sunset was beautiful.
    2. She chose lavender wallpaper for her bedroom to create a peaceful feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lavender" in English means: A plant with purple flowers and a sweet smell., A pale purple color..

The phonetic transcription of "lavender" is /ˈlævəndə(r)/ in British English and /ˈlævəndər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lavender": purple, lilac.

Example usage of "lavender": "I love the smell of lavender in the garden.". More examples on the page.