henna

Definitions

1. A shrub, Lawsonia inermis, having fragrant reddish flowers.
   countable
2. A flower of this plant.
   countable, uncountable
3. A reddish plant substance, prepared from the dried leaves of this plant, used for temporary tattoos and hair coloring. Hair colorings range from bright red to earth brown to near black.
   countable, uncountable
4. A rich reddish-brown colour.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“The aroma given off by flowers has an aphrodisiac effect, especially on women. This is so particularly in the case of lilies of the valley, gardenia, frangipani, and henna.”

“Among Arabs, it is believed that henna rubbed on the fingers, skull, and feet produces an aphrodisiac effect.”

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