slinkweed

/ˈslɪŋkwɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of plant, especially a type of fern or a type of creeping or climbing plant

“The hike through the forest was made more difficult by the abundance of slinkweed.”

2. verb

to move stealthily or quietly, especially in order to catch something

“The cat slinkweed through the grass, stalking its prey.”

Synonyms

  • climbing plant
  • creeping plant
  • fern
  • weed

Antonyms

  • flower
  • tree