beargrass

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Definitions of beargrass word

noun beargrass a North-West American plant, Xerophyllum tenax, belonging to the lily family but resembling tall grass 3
noun beargrass any of several plants (esp. genera Yucca and Nolina) of the agave family, with a thick tuft of swordlike leaves at the base of a flowering stalk 3
noun beargrass a Western American plant (Xerophyllum tenax) of the lily family, with stiff, grasslike leaves and spikes of small, white flowers 3
noun beargrass Xerophyllum tenax, a grasslike perennial closely related to lilies, formerly used in basketweaving by the Native Americans. 0

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beargrass popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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