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henna Definition

henna (henə)

noun

  1. an Old World plant (Lawsonia inermis) of the loosestrife family, with minute, white or red flowers having the fragrance of roses
  2. a dye extracted from the leaves of this plant, often used to tint the hair auburn
  3. reddish brown

Etymology: Ar ḥinnā'

adjective

reddish-brown

transitive verb -·naed, -·na·ing

to tint with henna

henna Synonyms

henna

modif.

reddish-orange, reddish-brown, dyed with henna; see brown, red.

henna Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • put: But all friends come putting henna, dancing and singing, to Bangra music and Indian songs.
  • use: For instance, it is a custom in the Middle and Far East to produce intricate patterns on the hands and face using henna.
  • include: After all, a block of resin can contain any number of nasties - including henna and tarmac!

Modifies a noun

  • tattoo: Try using henna tattoo paste to draw on yourself.
  • painting: The event starts at 10am and has many workshops including henna hand painting, beauty therapy and baby massage.
  • paste: Try using henna tattoo paste to draw on yourself.
  • artist: The bride's parents will usually organize the party; they may hire a professional henna artist to apply the designs.
  • art: Workshops and displays included street dance, martial arts, Bollywood dancing, henna body art and poetry.
  • dye: One cubic foot of henna tattoo dye, coming right up... .

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