speedwell

/ˈspiːdwɛl/ or /ˈspiːdwɛl/ (UK) /ˈspiːdwɛl/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small water plant ( Veronica spp.) or a type of boat or ship, particularly a sailing vessel

“The botanical garden featured a variety of speedwells, each with delicate blue flowers.”

Synonyms

  • sailing vessel
  • water plant

Antonyms

  • land plant
  • slow vessel