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restharrow Definition

rest·harrow (rest′har′ō)

noun

any of a genus (Ononis) of leguminous, Old World plants with clusters of white, pink, or yellow flowers

Etymology: ME rest, contr. < arest (see arrest) + harrow: the tough roots obstruct the harrow

restharrow Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • common: The path soon joins the river bank where you will find quaking grass, betony and common restharrow.
  • spiny: Other notable plants include spiny restharrow, warty cabbage and black mustard.