Samphire (Noun)
Meaning
Fleshy maritime plant having fleshy stems with rudimentary scalelike leaves and small spikes of minute flowers; formerly used in making glass.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Samphire was found in abundance along the coastal regions where it thrived in saline environments.
- The chef added a handful of samphire to the seafood salad for a burst of salty flavor.
- Historically, samphire was used as a source of soda ash in the production of glass.
- The naturalist waded through the shallow water to get a closer look at the unusual samphire plant.
- Due to its unique properties, samphire has become an increasingly sought-after ingredient in high-end restaurants.