lilac
(laɪlək )
Word forms: lilacs , lilac
1. variable noun
A lilac or a lilac tree is a small tree which has sweet-smelling purple, pink, or white flowers in large, cone-shaped groups.
Lilacs grew against the side wall.
...a twig of lilac.
Lilacs are the flowers which grow on this tree.
...a vase of tulips, lilies, lilacs and primroses.
Her hair smelt of lilac.
2. colour
Something that is lilac is pale pinkish-purple in colour.
All shades of mauve, lilac, lavender and purple were fashionable.
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Translations:
Chinese: 淡紫色的, 紫丁香
Japanese: ライラック色の, ライラック
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