Definition

Similar to a type of plant known as rush, which typically grows in wet areas and has long, slender stems.

Example

The rushlike plants along the riverbank swayed gently in the breeze.

Conversation

Have you seen those plants that look really rushlike by the pond?

Yeah, I noticed them last week; they really stand out.

I think they add a nice touch to the garden, don’t you?

Absolutely! They give it a more natural vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rushlike → It is formed from "rush" (from Old English *rysc*, meaning a type of tall, slender plant) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "rushlike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of rushes, typically in appearance or movement.

Memory Tip

Think of the tall, slender plants called rushes, and remember that "rushlike" means resembling those plants.

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