1. a tropical shrub or small tree with fragrant flowers that are typically white, pink, or yellow, native to Central America and widely cultivated in warm regions
Usage: also called plumeria; commonly grown as an ornamental plant
2. the fragrant flower of this plant, often used in garlands and perfumes
3. a sweet fragrance or perfume derived from or resembling the scent of frangipani flowers
Usage: historical: originally a perfume made with jasmine and other ingredients

Examples

• The frangipani tree blooms with delicate pink and white flowers every spring.
• She wore a frangipani flower in her hair at the tropical wedding.
• The garden was filled with the sweet scent of frangipani blossoms.
• Frangipani is a popular choice for landscaping in warm climates.
• The lei was made from fresh frangipani flowers strung together.
• Many perfumes try to capture the exotic fragrance of frangipani.