What is another word for pigweed?

Pronunciation: [pˈɪɡwiːd] (IPA)

Pigweed is a common weed that grows all over the world. Due to its invasive nature and ability to grow rapidly, it is considered a curse for farmers and gardeners. The word "pigweed" is a common term used for this weed, but it has several synonyms such as redroot, tumbleweed, rough pigweed, and prostrate pigweed. Redroot pigweed, also known as Amaranthus retroflexus, is a common type of pigweed that is found in North America. Tumbleweed pigweed, on the other hand, is a type of pigweed that has a rolling habit and can easily disperse its seeds. In general, pigweed is a nuisance for anyone who desires a healthy garden or farm.

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What are the hypernyms for Pigweed?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Pigweed?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for pigweed (as nouns)

Usage examples for Pigweed

Boys aren't like pigweed, you know.
"Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903"
Lucy Maud Montgomery
They love the stack and hay-barn in the distant field, where the farmer fodders his cattle upon the snow, and every red-root, ragweed, or pigweed left standing in the fall adds to their winter stores.
"Birds and Poets"
John Burroughs
"I say," whispered Gerald, who was beginning to recover from his alarm, "you know, I suppose, that asphodel is a kind of pigweed?"
"Hildegarde's Harvest"
Laura E. Richards

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