sedum

noun

se·​dum ˈsē-dəm How to pronounce sedum (audio)
: any of a genus (Sedum) of widely distributed fleshy herbs of the orpine family compare stonecrop

Examples of sedum in a Sentence

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Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Latin, houseleek

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sedum was in 1760

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“Sedum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sedum. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

sedum

noun
se·​dum ˈsēd-əm How to pronounce sedum (audio)
: any of a genus of herbs that have fleshy leaves and clusters of yellow, white, or pink flowers

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