Heather
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɛðə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Heather is a noun meaning An evergreen plant, Calluna vulgaris, with spiky leaves and small purple, pink, or white flowers.
Meaning
An evergreen plant, Calluna vulgaris, with spiky leaves and small purple, pink, or white flowers.
More Meanings
- A plant in the family Ericaceae.
- Various species of the genus Erica.
- Various species of the genus Cassiope.
- A purple colour with a tint of pink and blue.
- (textiles) The use of interwoven yarns of mixed colours to produce flecks.
- Of a purple colour with a tint of pink and blue.
Example Sentences
The cutting sides were gay with heather in bloom, and masses of dainty Scots bluebells, while patches of clear sky overhead were bringing life and colour to the sea.
Word Forms
- heathers
Synonyms for heather
Depending on context, synonyms include ling, broom, heather mixture.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ling, broom, heather mixture, heath, michel, chapel.
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