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| li·lac [ llək ] (plural li·lacs or li·lac) |
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1. flowering tree: an ornamental bush or small tree. Flowers: fragrant, white, mauve, or purple, in sprays. Native to: Europe, Asia. Genus Syringa.
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2. pale pinkish-purple color: a pale pinkish purple color tinged with blue
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| [Early 17th century. Via French< Persian līlak "bluish"] |
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  li·lac adjective |
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