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bennet

n. C / U
C2 Proficiency US //ˈbɛnɪt// UK //bˈɛnɪt// ben·net

n. a common wild plant with small yellow flowers and seeds that stick to animal fur. It is often found growing in woods or along the edges of paths.

n. any of several plants in the genus Geum, particularly Geum urbanum, characterized by yellow flowers and hooked seeds that facilitate dispersal via animal coats.


SIMPLE

The dog came home with bennet seeds stuck to its fur.

CONTEXTUAL

While walking through the shaded woodland, we identified the herb bennet by its distinctive jagged leaves and small blossoms.

COMPLEX

In traditional herbalism, the roots of the wood bennet were often harvested for their clove-like scent and utilized in various medicinal preparations to treat digestive ailments.

Usage

Commonly referred to as 'herb bennet' or 'wood bennet' in botanical contexts.

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