Persian Lilac (Noun)
Meaning 1
Small densely branching Asiatic shrub having lanceolate leaves and panicles of fragrant lilac flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with a variety of vibrant flowers, including the majestic Persian lilac that had bloomed weeks earlier than expected.
- The vibrant purple hue of the Persian lilac caught the eye of the landscape designer as she strolled through the property.
- In late spring, the air was filled with the intoxicating scent of Persian lilac that wafted from the ornamental bushes in the courtyard.
- A mature Persian lilac served as a striking focal point in the otherwise simple design of the backyard garden.
- Freshly cut Persian lilac flower panicles were gathered into an exquisite bouquet for the spring wedding celebration.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Tree of northern India and China having purple blossoms and small inedible yellow fruits; naturalized in the southern United States as a shade tree.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Persian lilac tree added a burst of vibrant purple color to the front yard during the spring months.
- Its fragrant blooms attracted bees to the garden surrounding the large Persian lilac shade tree.
- The small inedible yellow fruits that the Persian lilac tree produced were often overlooked in favor of its lush foliage.
- Homeowners in the southern United States often choose to plant the low-maintenance Persian lilac tree in their yards for its shade and beauty.
- As a child, I loved climbing the tall branches of my grandmother's old Persian lilac tree in her backyard.
Synonyms
- Chinaberry
- Chinaberry Tree
- China Tree
- Melia Azederach
- Azedarach
- Melia Azedarach
- Pride-of-India
- Azederach