Definition of Lilac

a small tree which has cone-shaped groupings of sweet-smelling purple, pink, or white flowers

Examples of Lilac in a sentence

Known as ‘the queen of shrubs,’ purple lilac flowers often represent love and innocence.  🔊

Although most people would never dream of eating lilac, the plant’s purple buds are actually edible.  🔊

Sweet-smelling lilac filled the garden and was used by Martha to make soaps and perfumes.  🔊

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