watercress


Definition: Meaning of, watercress in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈwɔːtəkrɛs /

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  1. a small green plant with strong-tasting leaves that grows in water
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watercress used in phrases

  • American watercress (noun)
    1. mat-forming perennial found in cold springs of the eastern United States
    2. of southwestern Europe; cultivated in Florida
  • common watercress (noun)
    1. perennial Eurasian cress growing chiefly in springs or running water having fleshy pungent leaves used in salads or as a potherb or garnish; introduced in North America and elsewhere
  • mountain watercress (noun)
    1. mat-forming perennial found in cold springs of the eastern United States
  • yellow watercress (noun)
    1. annual or biennial cress growing in damp places sometimes used in salads or as a potherb; troublesome weed in some localities
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