lavender
Translation
lavender
Examples
The room smelled of lavender.
The room smelt of lavender.
She painted the walls a soft lavender.
She painted the walls a soft lavender.
We grow lavender in our garden.
We grow lavender in our garden.
Grammar Patterns
(noun) lavender (plant, scent, colour) The room smelled of lavender.
Similar Words
Synonyms (for colour): lilac, mauve, violet
Etymology
From Old French 'lavandre', possibly from Latin 'lavare' (to wash), as it was used to scent washed clothes.
Memory Tips
Think of 'laundry'. The scent of lavender is often associated with clean clothes.