jasmine
UK: ˈdʒæzmɪn | US: ˈdʒæzmɪn
n. 1. A fragrant flowering plant of the olive family, often used in perfumes or teas.
n. 2. A pale yellow color resembling the flower.
jasmine = jasmin<flower name> + e<silent suffix>
- jasmin: Derived from Persian yasmin, meaning "gift from God" or "fragrant flower."
- e: A silent suffix added in English to conform to spelling conventions.
Etymology Origin:
The word "jasmine" traces back to Persian yasmin, reflecting the plant’s historical cultivation in the Middle East. It entered English via French (jasmin) and Latin (jasmineum), retaining its association with fragrance and beauty. The silent "e" is a common English adaptation of Romance loanwords.
The garden was filled with the sweet scent of jasmine.
She brewed a cup of jasmine tea to relax.
The evening air carried the delicate aroma of blooming jasmine.
The artist used a soft jasmine hue for the background.
Jasmine vines climbed the trellis, covering it in white blossoms.