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water hyacinth
nounmasculinetechnicalrare/ɐˈɣwapɨ/a·gua·pe
Definition
1A free-floating aquatic plant of the family Pontederiaceae (Eichhornia crassipes), with rounded leaves and blue flowers, considered invasive in many waterways.
Usage examples
“The lake is completely covered with water hyacinth.”
“The proliferation of water hyacinth hinders navigation on the river.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
water hyacinth infestationwater hyacinth removal