cutweed

/ˈkʌtwiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant, especially a weed, that has been cut or injured, causing it to produce chemicals to defend itself.

“The gardener tried to eradicate the cutweed that had invaded the entire garden.”

Synonyms

  • noxious plant
  • weed

Antonyms

  • beneficial plant
  • ornamental plant