Meaning of the word burdock in English
What does burdock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
burdock
US /ˈbɜ˞ː.dɑːk/
UK /ˈbɜː.dɒk/
Noun
a large herbaceous plant of the daisy family, with prickly flower heads that cling to clothes and animal fur, and a edible root.
Example:
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The hiker had to remove several burdocks from his pants after walking through the field.
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The root of the burdock plant is often used in traditional medicine and cooking.