Hyacinth /(?)/

Hy·a·cinth

Hyacinth

n.
  1. A bulbous plant of the genus Hyacinthus, bearing beautiful spikes of fragrant flowers. Hyacinthus orientalis is a common variety. (Bot.)
  2. A red variety of zircon, sometimes used as a gem. See Zircon. (Min.)

Phrases & Compounds

Hyacinth bean
a climbing leguminous plant (Dolichos Lablab), related to the true bean. It has dark purple flowers and fruit.