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horsetail

[hawrs-teyl]

horsetail Definition

  • 1a plant with jointed stems and no true leaves or flowers, typically growing in wet ground
  • 2a long tail of a horse

Using horsetail: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "horsetail" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Horsetail is often used as a natural remedy for various health issues.

  • Example

    The horsetail plant can be found in marshy areas.

  • Example

    The horse's horsetail swished back and forth as it galloped across the field.

horsetail Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for horsetail

  • scouring rush
  • puzzlegrass
  • snake grass

Phrases with horsetail

  • a type of tea made from the dried leaves of the horsetail plant, believed to have various health benefits

    Example

    She drinks horsetail tea every morning to help with her digestion.

  • a concentrated form of the horsetail plant used in supplements and skincare products for its high silica content

    Example

    The horsetail extract in this shampoo helps strengthen and nourish hair.

  • a seasonal waterfall in Yosemite National Park that flows only in winter and early spring, named for its resemblance to a horsetail

    Example

    We hiked to Horsetail Falls to see the beautiful cascading water.

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Summary: horsetail in Brief

The term 'horsetail' [hawrs-teyl] refers to either a plant with jointed stems and no true leaves or flowers, typically growing in wet ground, or the long tail of a horse. The plant is often used as a natural remedy and can be found in marshy areas. Phrases like 'horsetail tea' and 'horsetail extract' refer to specific uses of the plant, while 'horsetail falls' is a seasonal waterfall in Yosemite National Park.