lilac
noun/ˈlaɪlək/
Frequency rank: #11,612 most common English word
Meaning
a shrub with fragrant purple or white flowers, or the pale purple color associated with those flowers.
Example sentence
She planted lilac bushes along the garden fence to enjoy their sweet fragrance every spring.
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