What does HENNA mean?

Dictionary Entry: Henna 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A reddish-brown dye made from the powdered leaves of a tropical shrub, used for coloring the hair and skin.
2. The tropical shrub that yields the henna leaves.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈhɛnə/
• UK: /ˈhɛnə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "henna" is of Arabic origin, from the Arabic word "ḥinnāʾ". The use of henna for coloring hair and skin dates back to ancient times in many cultures, including India, Egypt, and the Middle East. Today, henna is still commonly used for temporary body art, especially in India and the Middle East, and for coloring hair in natural and organic hair dyes.

5. Synonyms

• Mehndi

6. Related Words

• Indie
• Heads
• Jeans
• Clasp
• Chose

7. Example Sentences

1. The brides hands were adorned with intricate henna designs.
2. The salon offers henna hair dye as a natural alternative to chemical hair dyes.
3. The henna plant is also known as the "Egyptian privet".