Common Broom (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous erect spreading broom native to western Europe; widely cultivated for its rich yellow flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Common broom was often used as an ornamental shrub in English gardens of the 18th century due to its vibrant flowers.
- A gardener carefully pruned the common broom to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth.
- The walk through the woods revealed a clump of common broom, its bright yellow flowers a stark contrast to the dull winter months.
- She loved to wander the heath, where common broom grew in abundance, filling the air with its fragrance.
- In some parts of Western Europe, common broom was mistakenly associated with witchcraft, but it remained a ubiquitous feature of the local flora.