Abbreviations.com Convert.net Definitions.net Lyrics.net Phrases.net Quotes.net References.net Rhymes.net Synonyms.net USZip.com  Bookmark and Share
 
Definitions.net
Search for Dictionary Definitions:  
Browse Alphabetically:
 A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z   # 
 random definition 

 Definitions of hyssop  [ˈhɪs əp]  

Translate hyssop to



Definition of 'hyssop' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) hyssop
an aromatic mint, Hyssopus officinalis, native to Europe, having clusters of small blue flowers.

2.  hyssop
any of various related or similar plants.

3.  hyssop
an unidentified Biblical plant whose twigs were used in ceremonial sprinkling.
hysterectomy.

Etymology:  (bef. 900; ME, OE ysope < LL ysōpus, for L hyssōpus < Gk hýssōpos < Semitic (cf. Heb ēzōbh))

Definition of 'hyssop' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) hyssop, Hyssopus officinalis
a European mint with aromatic and pungent leaves used in perfumery and as a seasoning in cookery; often cultivated as a remedy for bruises; yields hyssop oil

2. (noun) hyssop
bitter leaves used sparingly in salads; dried flowers used in soups and tisanes


Definition of 'hyssop' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) hyssop
a plant (Hyssopus officinalis). The leaves have an aromatic smell, and a warm, pungent taste



'hyssop' - Nearby Entries  

hyracotherium  hyrax  hyson  hyssop  hyssop loosestrife  hyssop oil  hyssopus  



Citation: Add this definition to your bibliography   MLA  Chicago  APA 
"hyssop." Definitions.net. STANDS4 LLC, 2012. 1 June. 2012. http://www.definitions.net/definition/hyssop


Alternative search options for 'hyssop'   
Search for Synonyms for 'hyssop'
Quotes containing the term 'hyssop'
Search for Phrases containing the term 'hyssop'
Search for Abbreviations containing the term 'hyssop'
Search for 'hyssop' on Search hyssop on Amazon.com! & Search hyssop on Google.com!
What rhymes with 'hyssop'?
NEW:Search for Song lyrics containing the word 'hyssop'


Definitions.net |  Login |  Add New Abbreviation |  Your List |  Tools |  Become an Editor |  Tell a Friend |  Awards |  Testimonials |  Press |  News |  Forum new! |  APIs |  About
Copyright ©2001-2011 STANDS4 LLC. All rights reserved.  Terms of Use  |  Privacy Policy  |  Advertise  |  Contact Us  Follow us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter!