Hys·sop n.  A plant (Hyssopus officinalis). The leaves have an aromatic smell, and a warm, pungent taste.
 Note: ☞ The hyssop of Scripture is supposed to be a species of caper (Capparis spinosa), but probably the name was used for several different plants.

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 Hyssopus officinalis
      n : a European mint with aromatic and pungent leaves used in
          perfumery and as a seasoning in cookery; often cultivated
          as a remedy for bruises; yields hyssop oil [syn: hyssop]