bur marigold

noun

: any of a genus (Bidens) of coarse composite herbs with prickly flattened achenes that adhere to clothing and fur

First Known Use

circa 1818, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bur marigold was circa 1818

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“Bur marigold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bur%20marigold. Accessed 5 Jun. 2023.

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bur marigold

noun

: any of a genus of coarse herbs related to the daisies and having burs that stick to clothing and fur

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