Definition

A type of coarse plant that belongs to certain genera, often found in weedy areas.

Example

The hogweed grew tall and spread quickly in the garden.

Conversation

Have you ever seen that plant called hogweed?

Yeah, I saw it in the park, it's huge!

I heard it's pretty dangerous if you touch it.

Definitely, I've read that it can cause some serious skin reactions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hogweed is derived from the Old English 'hoc' (meaning hog) and 'wēod' (meaning weed or plant). The term refers to a plant that is associated with hogs, either as a food source or due to its robust nature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hog' as a reference to pigs and 'weed' as a type of plant, which helps you remember that hogweed is a plant associated with hogs.

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