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johnsongrass

noun, often capitalized
john·​son·​grass | \ ˈjän(t)-sÉ™n-ËŒgras How to pronounce johnsongrass (audio) \

Definition of johnsongrass

: a tall perennial sorghum (Sorghum halepense) originally of the Mediterranean region that is widely used for forage in warm areas and often becomes naturalized as a weed

Examples of johnsongrass in a Sentence

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 When the dog days of summer come calling, the rain disappears, the johnsongrass and mosquitoes show up, and the zucchini are the size of Louisville Sluggers. — Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, "Need summer plant inspiration? Here are 4 beautiful gardens to visit near Louisville," 5 July 2019

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First Known Use of johnsongrass

1884, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for johnsongrass

William Johnston †1859 American agriculturist

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