Hyssop: meaning, definitions and examples

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hyssop

 

[ หˆhษชsษ™p ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medicinal herb

Hyssop is an aromatic herb from the mint family, often used in culinary and medicinal practices. It has been recognized for its potential health benefits, including its antiseptic properties. Traditionally, hyssop is also used in religious and ceremonial contexts.

Synonyms

common hyssop, hyssope, mountain mint

Examples of usage

  • She sprinkled hyssop over the stew for extra flavor.
  • In medieval times, hyssop was used for purification rituals.
  • Hyssop tea is often recommended for cough relief.

Translations

Translations of the word "hyssop" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hissope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฟเคธเฅเคธเฅ‹เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ysop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hisop

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะธัะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hyzop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ’ใ‚ฝใƒƒใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hysope

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hisopo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kekik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํžˆ์†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒุนุชุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hyzop

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hyzop

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌ้žญ่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hisop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hyssop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธัะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ˜แƒกแƒแƒคแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hisop

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hisopo

Etymology

The word 'hyssop' originates from the Middle English 'hysope', which came from the Old French 'hysope'. This, in turn, has roots in Latin 'hyssopus' and Greek 'hyssopos'. The etymology can be traced back to Semitic languages, with connections to the Hebrew word 'ezob', which refers to the plant with medicinal and ritual significance. Hyssop has been mentioned in historical texts and herbal medicine, often associated with purification and cleansing rituals, particularly within religious contexts. Throughout history, it has been notable in herbals for its aromatic properties and diverse applications, ranging from flavoring foods to herbal remedies.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,506 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.