Bitter Dock (Noun)
Meaning
European dock with broad obtuse leaves and bitter rootstock common as a weed in North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bitter dock plant was found growing in the garden, its broad leaves a nuisance to the gardener.
- Bitter dock rootstock has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
- The bitter dock weed spread rapidly across the field, choking out other plants with its dense growth.
- In some parts of North America, bitter dock is considered an invasive species due to its ability to outcompete native plants.
- The bitter dock plant's root system was difficult to eradicate, requiring repeated efforts to remove it completely.