Definition

A type of weedy plant with long, narrow, ribbed leaves and small whitish flowers, commonly found in Eurasia.

Example

The ribgrass grew abundantly in the field, attracting various insects.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a ribgrass in the park?

Yeah, I think I noticed it when I was walking my dog last week.

I love how the leaves look so unique and ribbed.

Me too! It’s interesting how many different plants are around us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ribgrass → The word 'ribgrass' is formed from 'rib' (from Old English 'rib', meaning a supporting structure) and 'grass' (from Old English 'græs', meaning herbaceous plant). The term refers to a type of grass that has rib-like structures in its leaves, resembling the ribs of a skeleton.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rib' as a supporting structure and 'grass' as a plant — ribgrass is a plant that has rib-like features.

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