heather

heather
1. noun /ˈhɛðɚ/
a) An evergreen plant, Calluna vulgaris, with spiky leaves and small purple, pink, or white flowers.
b) The Ericaceae family.
See Also: heath
2. adjective /ˈhɛðɚ/
Of a purple colour with a tint with pink and blue.

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Synonyms:
, (Calluna vulgaris)


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