finger grass
"Finger grass" refers to certain grasses known for their finger-like seed arrangements and also holds significance in folklore and spiritual practices.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)Various grasses with finger-like seed heads, especially those in the genera Digitaria and Chloris.
Example
- Finger grass, particularly Digitaria sanguinalis, is often considered a weed in lawns and gardens.
- The finger-like arrangement of the seed heads makes finger grass easily recognizable.
B2Spirituality
(folklore)A plant believed to have protective and luck-attracting properties, often used in rituals and carried in mojo bags.
Example
- In folklore, finger grass is used to attract good fortune and protection.
- She carried finger grass in her charm bag to bring luck and prosperity.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "finger grass":
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