flaxweed

/ˈflækswɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Linum, especially Linum usitatissimum, the seeds of which yield flax.

“The farmer planted a field with flaxweed and harvested its valuable seeds.”

2. noun

A European plant of the genus Linum, with blue flowers and long, slender stems.

“The wild flaxweed bloomed in the meadow, attracting bees and butterflies.”

Synonyms

  • flax
  • linen plant

Antonyms

  • thistle
  • weed