lavender
Translation
lavender
Examples
The smell of lavender is very relaxing.
The smell of lavender is very relaxing.
Her room was painted a pale lavender.
Her room was painted a pale lavender.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) lavender (plant/scent) I love the scent of lavender.
((noun)) lavender (color) She wore a dress of pale lavender.
Similar Words
Synonyms (for color): lilac, mauve, violet
Etymology
From Old French 'lavandre', ultimately from Latin 'lavare' (to wash), as the plant was used to scent washed clothes.
Memory Tips
Connects to 'lavare' (to wash) because it was used to scent clean laundry.