Tools: Learn New Words | Secure Password Generator | Startup Tools | PDF Generator

Chickweed (Noun)

Any of various plants related to the common chickweed.

Nouns denoting plants.

The gardener pulled out the chickweed that was competing with her flowers for water and nutrients.
Chickweed is a common weed that can be found in many lawns and gardens throughout the world.
The herbalist used chickweed to make a salve that was said to soothe skin irritations.
The field was overrun with chickweed, which was choking out the desired crops.
The naturalist pointed out the chickweed growing along the trail, explaining its medicinal properties.

Any of various plants of the genus Stellaria.

Nouns denoting plants.

While hiking, we stumbled upon a patch of chickweed with its small white flowers and delicate stems.
The herbalist recommended chickweed salve for soothing skin irritations and wounds.
Common chickweed is a weed that can outcompete desired plants for water and nutrients in gardens.
The botanical garden featured a display of various species of chickweed from around the world.
As a natural remedy, chickweed has been used for centuries to relieve issues ranging from arthritis to digestive problems.