lilac
nounUK /ˈlaɪ.lək/
US /ˈlaɪ.lɑːk/
A lilac is a bush with small purple or white flowers that smell very sweet.
The lilac in our garden smells wonderful in spring.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A pale purple color.
She painted her bedroom walls a soft lilac.
3. A small tree or bush of the olive family with clusters of fragrant flowers.
We planted a lilac by the front gate.
4. Something that is pale purple in color.
He wore a lilac shirt to the party.