lavender
nounHow many syllables in lavender?
There are 3 syllables in the word lavender.How to pronounce lavender:
Definition of lavender:
- lavender (noun):
- a mediterranean mint (lavandula angustifolia synonym l. officinalis) widely cultivated for its narrow aromatic leaves and spikes of lilac-purple flowers which are dried and used in sachets and from which is extracted an aromatic oil used chiefly in perfumery
Synonyms for lavender:
chromatic
lilac-colored
Antonyms for lavender:
heterosexual
straight
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- conceded
- etua
- selfishness
- dissembles
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- taboret
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Syllable Fun Fact
The word 'syllable' originates from the Latin 'syllaba', which comes from the Greek 'syllabe', meaning 'a taking together'.
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