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Definition of glorybush
glorybush
/ˈɡlɔːriˌbʊʃ/
glo · ry · bush
Plural:glorybushes
glorybush Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An ornamental evergreen shrub (primarily of the genus Tibouchina or Pleroma), native to the rainforests of Brazil, celebrated in horticulture for its velvety, distinctively veined leaves and large, striking deep-purple or violet flowers.
Example
"We decided to plant a glorybush in the center of the garden, knowing its vivid violet blooms would provide a stunning focal point throughout the summer."
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Word Origin & Etymology
A descriptive compound formed from the English words 'glory' and 'bush', coined by horticulturists in reference to the spectacular, glorious display of its vibrant purple flowers during blooming season.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glorybush. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glorybush