thimbleweed

[ˈθɪmbəlwiːd]

thimbleweed Definition

a North American plant of the buttercup family, with white flowers and a cylindrical fruit that resembles a thimble.

Using thimbleweed: Examples

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  • Example

    Thimbleweeds are commonly found in wooded areas.

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    The thimbleweed's fruit is often used in herbal medicine.

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Summary: thimbleweed in Brief

A 'thimbleweed' [ˈθɪmbəlwiːd] is a North American plant of the buttercup family, with white flowers and a cylindrical fruit that resembles a thimble. It is commonly found in wooded areas and its fruit is often used in herbal medicine.