Elymus (Noun)
Meaning
Tall tufted perennial grasses (such as lyme grass or wild rye).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The meadow was dominated by a stand of elymus, its tall stalks swaying gently in the breeze.
- Elymus is a common sight on coastal dunes and sandy beaches, where its deep roots help to stabilize the soil.
- The hikers had to push through a dense thicket of elymus to reach the scenic overlook.
- The ecologists studied the elymus growing in the marsh, noting its ability to tolerate high levels of saltwater.
- As the summer wore on, the elymus began to turn a warm golden brown, creating a picturesque landscape in the abandoned field.