Mignonette (Noun)
Meaning
Mediterranean woody annual widely cultivated for its dense terminal spikelike clusters greenish or yellowish white flowers having an intense spicy fragrance.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- In the gardens of the Provence, visitors loved strolling among the sweet scented mignonette flowers on warm summer evenings.
- Her fragrance was reminiscent of the heady aroma of freshly bloomed mignonette that filled the air.
- The bride carried a small bouquet of baby's breath and mignonette for a classic yet understated look.
- To minimize maintenance, the groundskeeper planted mignonette and other drought resistant species along the stone paths.
- With their dense spikelike clusters and strong perfume, the mignonette plants seemed like tiny bundles of spice bursting from the pots.