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Definition of thryptomene
thryptomene
/θrɪpˈtɒm.ə.niː/
thryp · tom · e · ne
Plural:thryptomenes
thryptomene Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Australian An evergreen flowering shrub of the myrtle family (Myrtaceae), native to Australia, characterized by its small, highly aromatic leaves and dense clusters of delicate white or pink flowers.
Example
"The florist incorporated sprigs of thryptomene into the bridal bouquet to add a delicate, textured filler with a subtle fragrance."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Greek verb 'thruptō' (to break or crush), referring to the plant's delicate stature, its easily broken stems, or its highly aromatic crushed foliage.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Thryptomene. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/thryptomene