Hazel: meaning, definitions and examples

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hazel

 

[ หˆheษช.zษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of tree

Hazel refers to a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known as Corylus, commonly found in temperate regions. The most well-known species is the common hazel, which produces edible nuts called hazelnuts. These trees typically have smooth, gray bark and round, serrated leaves. The hazel tree is often associated with folklore and is noted for its traditional uses in witch hazel extract and in making wands. They thrive in moist, well-drained soils and can grow up to 20 feet tall.

Synonyms

Corylus, hazelnut tree

Examples of usage

  • The hazel tree produced a rich harvest of nuts this year.
  • We noticed a hazel grove while hiking in the national park.
  • Hazel wood is often used in making furniture.
  • The hazel leaves turn beautiful colors in the fall.
Context #2 | Noun

color descriptor

Hazel also refers to a color that is commonly described as a mixture of brown and green, resembling the color of hazel tree leaves or the hazelnut shell. It is often used to describe eye color, where hazel eyes exhibit a blend of green, gold, and brown tones. This color can change depending on the light and the surrounding colors, giving it a unique and dynamic quality.

Synonyms

brownish-green, golden brown

Examples of usage

  • Her eyes were a striking hazel that changed with the seasons.
  • The walls were painted a soft hazel that complemented the decor.
  • He wore a hazel jacket that perfectly matched his eyes.
  • The landscape was full of rich hazel hues.

Translations

Translations of the word "hazel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น avelรฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ‡เคœเคผเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Haselnuss

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hazel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ั‰ะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ leszczyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ˜ใƒผใ‚ผใƒซใƒŠใƒƒใƒ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท noisette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ avellana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fฤฑndฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ—ค์ด์ฆ๋„›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู†ุฏู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lรญskovรฝ oล™ech

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lieskovec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฆ›ๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ leska

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hasselnรถt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะธะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ”แƒ–แƒ”แƒšแƒœแƒฃแƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fฤฑndฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ avellana

Etymology

The word 'hazel' has its origins in Old English 'hรฆsel,' which is akin to Old High German 'hasala' and Latin 'corylus,' referring to the hazel tree. The term has been used in English since the 8th century to describe both the tree and its nuts. The connection to the color date back to the Middle Ages when the term began to also describe the shades seen in hazelnuts and leaves. The hazel tree has held cultural significance throughout history, often associated with wisdom and protection in folklore. Its nuts have been utilized in various culinary dishes and remedies, further embedding 'hazel' in the vocabulary of herbalism and gastronomy.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,275, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.