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weed

Pronunciation: [wiːd]

Word

Learn how to use weed in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “gardening”

(noun) a plant that grows where it is not wanted, often in gardens or fields. Weeds can make it hard for other plants to grow because they take up space and nutrients.

Example

I pulled out all the weeds from my garden to help my flowers grow better.

Example

My garden is full of weeds and my vegetables are struggling to survive.

Example

How do you get rid of weeds in your yard?

Context: “gardening”

(verb) to remove unwanted plants from a garden or field. It's like cleaning up the garden so the good plants can grow without competition.

Example

I weeded the flower beds this afternoon and they look so much better now.

Example

I didn't weed my garden last week, and now it looks messy.

Example

Have you ever weeded your parents' garden before?

Context: “slang”

(noun) a common term for marijuana, which is a plant used for its psychoactive effects. Some people use it for enjoyment or medicine.

Example

He enjoys smoking weed during his free time with friends.

Example

She decided to avoid weed because she doesn't like how it makes her feel.

Example

Do you know anyone who uses weed recreationally?

How to pronounce weed

Pronunciation: [wiːd]

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