horseweed

/hɔrˈsuːd/; /ˈhɔrˌsuːd/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Conyza, especially Conyza canadensis, having a horse-like odor when bruised.

“The field was overgrown with horseweed and other weeds.”

2. verb

To infest or be infested with horseweed.

“The garden was horseweeded by the local pests.”

Synonyms

  • horse-scented plant
  • horse-scented weed

Antonyms

  • non-weedy plant
  • ornamental grass