jasmin
Definition
- Noun:
- A flowering plant: "jasmin" (also spelled "jasmine") refers to any of several shrubs or climbing plants of the genus Jasminum, in the olive family (Oleaceae), known for their fragrant white, yellow, or pink flowers.
- The flower itself: The blossom of such a plant, often used in perfumery, teas, and decorative garlands.
Usage Examples
- (The plant's flowers produced a pleasant fragrance.)
- (A decorative ring of the flowers.)
- (Tea flavored with jasmin blossoms.)
Advanced Usage
"jasmin rice": a type of long-grain rice with a subtle floral aroma, named after the flower.
- The Thai restaurant served jasmine rice alongside the curry. (Aromatic rice variety.)
"jasmin oil": an essential oil extracted from jasmin flowers, used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.
- A few drops of jasmin oil can help relieve stress. (Concentrated floral oil.)
Variants and Related Words
Jasmine (n): the more common spelling of the same word.
- Jasmine is the national flower of Pakistan. (The plant is culturally significant.)
Jessamine (n): an alternative, less common spelling, often used for certain species like Gelsemium sempervirens.
- The yellow jessamine vine climbs the trellis. (A specific type of flowering vine.)
Synonyms
- Floral vine: a general term for climbing plants with flowers.
- Fragrant bloom: a descriptive phrase for any strongly scented flower.
Related Idioms
"Jasmin in the air": a poetic phrase meaning a pleasant, sweet-smelling atmosphere.
- Walking through the garden, there was jasmin in the air. (The scent of jasmin flowers was noticeable.)
"Sweet as jasmin": a simile used to describe something very fragrant or pleasant.
- Her perfume was sweet as jasmin. (The fragrance was reminiscent of jasmin flowers.)