Definition

A type of plant that has seeds or fruit that stick to things, often found in fields or gardens.

Example

The stickweed in the garden made it difficult to walk through without getting seeds stuck to my clothes.

Conversation

I was out hiking yesterday and got covered in stickweed!

Oh no! That stuff can be really annoying to get off.

Yeah, I didn't realize it would stick to my clothes like that.

I always keep a lint roller handy for times like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stickweed → The word is formed from "stick" (from Old English *sticca*, meaning a twig or branch) and "weed" (from Old English *wēod*, meaning a plant or herb). The term "stickweed" refers to a type of plant that has a sticky texture or grows in a way that resembles sticks or twigs.

Memory Tip

Think of a plant that has a 'twig-like' ('stick') quality and is considered a 'herb' ('weed'). This helps you remember that stickweed refers to a plant with a sticky texture.

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