henna

henna Definition

henna (hen′ə)

noun

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

Etymology: Ar ḥinnā'

adjective

reddish-brown

transitive verb -·naed, -·na·ing

to tint with henna

henna Synonyms

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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