Lilac

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LYE-lak'LY-lak'2 syllables
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MEANING

A type of flowering plant known for its fragrant blooms

ORIGIN

Cultural

ETYMOLOGY

From Arabic 'lilak' and Persian 'lilak', referring to the lilac tree

CULTURAL NOTES

Lilacs are often associated with spring and renewal due to their early blooming season.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Lilac flowers have been cultivated since ancient times and were popular in European gardens from the 16th century onward.

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