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water hyacinth
noun
: a showy floating aquatic herb (Pontederia crassipes synonym Eichhornia crassipes) of tropical South America that has become naturalized in warm regions (as of the southern U.S.) often clogging waterways
Examples of water hyacinth in a Sentence
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Because of this, lakes can quickly become overrun with water hyacinths.
—Devika Rao, theweek, 9 Sep. 2024
The six woven placemats in this set are made from 100 percent natural water hyacinth, which is not only durable, but also provides a natural, rustic look that works well for outdoor entertaining.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2024
Fill with: Easter Tea Towels Pastel Dip Bowl Bunny Decorative Wooden Tray
Better Homes & Gardens Large Hyacinth Basket
A creative spin on an Easter basket could be this large water hyacinth boat basket.
—Alida Nugent, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024
In 1910, America had two big problems to solve: a shortage of meat, and an abundance of invasive water hyacinth choking off the Mississippi river delta.
—Sandra Gutierrez, Popular Science, 25 Oct. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1706, in the meaning defined above
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“Water hyacinth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20hyacinth. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
water hyacinth
noun
: a floating water plant often clogging waterways in the southern U.S.
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