Wild Spinach (Noun)
Meaning 1
European plant naturalized in North America; often collected from the wild as a potherb.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Wild spinach grows abundantly in the moist areas surrounding our lake.
- My grandmother used to send us kids out to pick wild spinach for her famous springtime soup.
- The foraging guide helped us identify the wild spinach plants that were hiding among the dandelions on the hillside.
- Wild spinach can be cooked just like regular spinach, with garlic as a tasty addition.
- In the early spring, we love to add fresh wild spinach to our salads and sandwiches.
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Meaning 2
Leaves collected from the wild.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
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Meaning 3
Common weedy European plant introduced into North America; often used as a potherb.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 4
Leafy greens collected from the wild and used as a substitute for spinach.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.