myrtle (Meaning)
myrtle (n)
widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers
any evergreen shrub or tree of the genus Myrtus
myrtle (n.)
A species of the genus Myrtus, especially Myrtus communis. The common myrtle has a shrubby, upright stem, eight or ten feet high. Its branches form a close, full head, thickly covered with ovate or lanceolate evergreen leaves. It has solitary axillary white or rosy flowers, followed by black several-seeded berries. The ancients considered it sacred to Venus. The flowers, leaves, and berries are used variously in perfumery and as a condiment, and the beautifully mottled wood is used in turning.
Synonyms & Antonyms of myrtle
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myrtle Sentence Examples
- The delicate myrtle blooms wafted a sweet fragrance through the summer garden.
- The bride carried a bouquet of fragrant myrtle, symbolizing love and fidelity.
- The myrtle tree in the backyard grew tall and graceful, its glossy leaves shimmering in the sunlight.
- The ancient Greeks believed that myrtle had healing properties and used it in traditional medicine.
- The myrtle wreath was a symbol of victory in ancient Greece, bestowed upon poets, athletes, and military leaders.
- The myrtle pitch, an aromatic resin derived from the tree, was used in ancient Egypt as an incense and embalming agent.
- The myrtle plant is often associated with love, happiness, and prosperity, making it a popular choice for weddings and other celebrations.
- The leaves of the myrtle tree contain essential oils that have antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
- The myrtle wax, extracted from the leaves, is used in the production of candles and cosmetics.
- The myrtle berry, a small, dark-colored fruit, can be used in the preparation of jams, jellies, and liqueurs.
FAQs About the word myrtle
widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers, any evergreen shrub or tree of the genus MyrtusA species of
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The delicate myrtle blooms wafted a sweet fragrance through the summer garden.
The bride carried a bouquet of fragrant myrtle, symbolizing love and fidelity.
The myrtle tree in the backyard grew tall and graceful, its glossy leaves shimmering in the sunlight.
The ancient Greeks believed that myrtle had healing properties and used it in traditional medicine.
