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Definition of hibiscus

hibiscus

/haɪˈbɪs.kəs/
hi · bis · cus
Plural:hibiscuses
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• noun

1

A widely cultivated tropical or subtropical plant or shrub of the mallow family (Malvaceae), characterized by large, showy, brightly colored flowers.

Example

"The gardener planted a row of vibrant red hibiscus along the sunny courtyard wall to attract hummingbirds."

2

The large, trumpet-shaped blossom of the hibiscus plant, commonly used for ornamental displays or brewed into tart, ruby-red herbal teas.

Example

"She offered her guests a refreshing glass of iced tea brewed from dried hibiscus."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'hibiscus', derived from the Greek 'hibiskos', meaning 'marsh mallow'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hibiscus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hibiscus
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