weed

/wiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

any plant growing where it is not wanted, especially one that is difficult to remove.

“The farmer had to pull the weeds from the garden every day.”

2. verb

to remove unwanted plants from a soil or area.

“We need to weed the garden before the flowers bloom.”

3. verb

to eliminate or remove something unwanted or unnecessary.

“We need to weed out the old furniture and replace it with new ones.”

4. noun

a person who uses or sells illicit drugs.

“The police arrested the weed dealer on the street.”

5. noun

a psychoactive plant, especially cannabis, used for its intoxicating effects.

“The law changed to allow the use of medical weed for patients with chronic pain.”

Synonyms

  • growth
  • plant
  • sprout

Antonyms

  • bloom
  • flora