WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

dyer s-broom

 

Definitions from the Web

Term: Dyer's Broom


Description:

Dyer's Broom is a flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the Fabaceae family and is scientifically known as Genista tinctoria. Also referred to as Woadwaxen, this plant has been used for centuries to produce a yellow dye. Dyer's Broom is characterized by its bright yellow blossoms and can grow up to one meter in height.


Senses and Usages:

1. Noun (Plant)

In its botanical sense, dyer's broom refers to the flowering shrub Genista tinctoria. It is known for its beautiful yellow flowers and is cultivated for its dyeing properties.

Sample Sentence:

The dyer's broom bloomed vibrantly in the garden, adding a burst of yellow amidst the green foliage.


2. Noun (Color)

Dyer's broom is also used as a noun to describe the bright yellow color resembling the flowers of the dyer's broom plant.

Sample Sentence:

She loved wearing clothing in shades of dyer's broom to bring out the warmth in her complexion.


3. Adjective (Local)

In a local context, dyer's broom can be used as an adjective to refer to something specific or characteristic of a particular region or locality.

Sample Sentence:

The festival included dancers performing traditional, dyer's broom dances that were unique to the local culture.


Possible Related Products:

dycotomy dye-works dye dyear dyed-in-the-wool dyed dyeing dyer dyer s-broom dyer s greenweed dyer s mignonette dyer s rocket dyer s weed dyer s woad dyer s woodruff dyers chamomile dyes

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | Network & desktop search | Search My Network | LAN Find | Reminder software | Software downloads | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus