Definition
damewort
noun
- A plant of the genus Hesperis, especially Hesperis matronalis, having fragrant purple or white flowers and commonly grown in gardens.
Usage: Also called dame's violet or sweet rocket.; Chiefly British.
Examples
- The damewort bloomed in the cottage garden with delicate purple flowers.
- She planted damewort seeds in spring for fragrant blooms in early summer.
- The evening air carried the sweet scent of damewort across the garden.
- Damewort is a traditional favorite in English country gardens.