Definition

A type of plant belonging to the genus Erodium, known for its long, beak-like fruit and small flowers, often found in the geranium family.

Example

The storksbill in the garden attracted many bees with its colorful flowers.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a storksbill plant in the wild?

No, I haven't! What do they look like?

They have these unique flowers with a beaklike tip, really interesting.

That sounds cool! I should look for them on my next hike.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Storksbill is formed from "stork" (from Old English *storca*, meaning a large wading bird) and "bill" (from Old English *bylle*, meaning beak). The word refers to a plant whose seed pods resemble the beak of a stork.

Memory Tip

Think of the large bird, the stork, and its distinctive beak, which is why storksbill refers to a plant with seed pods that look like a stork's beak.

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