cutty grass
"Cutty grass" refers to various species of sedge or grass with sharp, serrated leaves, commonly found in New Zealand.
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Definition
B2New Zealand
(informal)A general term for any grass species in the genus Austroderia, characterized by sharp, serrated edges.
Example
- Hikers should be cautious of cutty grass when walking through the fields.
C1Botany
(technical)A term for various species of sedge or grass with sharp-edged leaves, including species like Cyperus ustulatus and Carex geminata.
Example
- The botanist carefully studied the cutty grass to understand its growth patterns.
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