Bugleweed (Noun)
Meaning 1
A mildly narcotic and astringent aromatic herb having small whitish flowers; eastern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bugleweed growing in the backyard adds a delicate touch to the garden with its small white flowers.
- Bugleweed is also known as Lycopus virginicus and is native to the eastern parts of the United States.
- While walking through the woods, the hikers stumbled upon a patch of bugleweed growing near the stream.
- Bugleweed has been used for centuries in herbal medicine for its mild sedative and antispasmodic properties.
- The gardener carefully transplanted the bugleweed from the nursery to the shade garden, where it would thrive.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Any of various low-growing annual or perennial evergreen herbs native to Eurasia; used for ground cover.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.