Meaning of the word periwinkle in English
What does periwinkle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
periwinkle
US /ˈper.ɪˌwɪŋ.kəl/
UK /ˈper.ɪˌwɪŋ.kəl/
Noun
1.
a small edible marine snail with a spiral shell, found on rocky shores
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We collected periwinkles from the rocks at low tide.
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The chef prepared a dish with fresh periwinkles and garlic butter.
2.
a plant of the dogbane family, typically having trailing stems, dark green leaves, and pale purple-blue flowers
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The garden path was lined with beautiful periwinkle plants.
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She admired the delicate periwinkle flowers blooming in the shade.
Adjective
a pale purple-blue color
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The walls were painted a soft periwinkle.
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Her dress was a lovely shade of periwinkle.