Cat's-tail (Noun)
Meaning
Tall marsh plant with cylindrical seed heads that explode when mature shedding large quantities of down; its long flat leaves are used for making mats and chair seats; of North America, Europe, Asia and North Africa.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cat's-tail plant grew abundantly in the marshy area near the lake, its distinctive seed heads visible from a distance.
- Local artisans used the long flat leaves of the cat's-tail to weave sturdy mats and chair seats.
- In North America, the cat's-tail is often found in wetlands and along riverbanks, where its seeds can disperse easily.
- The explosion of the cat's-tail seed head was a fascinating sight, releasing a cloud of fluffy down into the air.
- In some parts of Europe, the cat's-tail is considered an invasive species, outcompeting native plants for space and resources.