Stinking Goosefoot (Noun)
Meaning
European goosefoot with strong-scented foliage; adventive in eastern North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The stinking goosefoot plant grew among the weeds in the empty lot near my house.
- As I walked through the field, I accidentally disturbed some stinking goosefoot, filling the air with its pungent smell.
- Botanists warned of the stinking goosefoot's rapid spread in eastern North America due to its hardy nature.
- Locals often confused the stinking goosefoot with its native counterparts, unaware of its invasive origins.
- Despite its strong odor, stinking goosefoot serves as a natural food source for certain wildlife in the region.