Quickset (Noun)
Meaning
Cuttings of plants set in the ground to grow as hawthorn for hedges or vines; "a quickset of a vine planted in a vineyard".
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gardener carefully planted a quickset of thorny hawthorn cuttings to create a dense hedge around the property.
- Vineyards in Bordeaux often use a quickset of cabernet sauvignon vines to produce high-quality wine.
- To create a natural barrier along the highway, theDOT planted quickset cuttings of willow trees that would grow rapidly and absorb sound.
- The farmer's quickset of strawberry plants grew so rapidly that they were bearing fruit within just six weeks.
- In medieval times, quickset hemp was used to create strong and durable ropes for use on sailing ships.