Definitions

1. noun

a gemstone, usually a red or yellowish variety of chalcedony, or a plant of the genus Polygala, especially P. grandiflora, with clusters of small, blue flowers.

“The ancient Egyptian necklace featured a beautiful jacinth gemstone in its center.”

2. adjective

of or relating to the jacinth gemstone or plant, or of a reddish-yellow color, like that of the gemstone.

“The artist used a combination of red and yellow hues to create a jacinth-colored painting.”

3. proper noun

the name of the sixth sephirah in the Hebrew Qabalistic system, also known as Tiphereth.

“In the Qabalistic tradition, the sephirah of Tiphereth, also known as jacinth, represents divine balance and harmony.”