mormonweed

/mɔrmənwɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A perennial herb (Eremopyrum boissieri) in the grass family, with leaves and stems bearing sharp spines.

“The hiker had to carefully navigate through the field of mormonweed to avoid getting scratched.”

Synonyms

  • eremopyrum
  • thorny grass

Antonyms

  • non-thorny herb
  • smooth plant