Crabgrass

usgb/ˈkræbɡræs/
noun

A type of grass that is often considered a weed because it grows quickly and invades lawns.

I spent all morning trying to pull the crabgrass from my lawn.
Visual representation of "crabgrass" - A type of grass that is often considered a weed because it grows quickly and invades lawns

Often appears as...

  • pull the crabgrass
  • get rid of crabgrass
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Weed Identification

Distinguishing crabgrass from other plants is key for understanding why it's unwanted.

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Can you believe it? That's not a flowering plant, that's just crabgrass!
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Negative Connotation

Crabgrass usually has a negative meaning, as it’s associated with garden and lawn problems.

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Our garden is looking shabby with patches of crabgrass everywhere.
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Common Contexts

The word is often used in discussions about gardening and lawn maintenance.

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You'll need a good herbicide to deal with the rampant crabgrass.
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