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bluestem

 

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Noun bluestem has 1 sense
  1. bluestem, blue stem, Andropogon furcatus, Andropogon gerardii - tall grass with smooth bluish leaf sheaths grown for hay in the United States
    --1 is a kind of grass

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Bluestem

Definition:

Bluestem is a common name for a type of grass belonging to the genus Andropogon. It is known for its bluish-green color and is widely distributed across North America.

Senses:

  1. Noun:

    A bluish-green grass of the genus Andropogon.

    Example: The bluestems swayed in the gentle breeze at the prairie.

  2. Noun:

    A tall grass that is often used for forage and grazing by livestock.

    Example: Farmers plant bluestem to provide nutritious food for their cattle.

  3. Adjective:

    Characterized by a bluish-green color.

    Example: The bluestem fields painted a stunning landscape during sunrise.

  4. Adjective:

    Referring to a popular or local grass type.

    Example: The bluestem plant is commonly found in the central regions of the country.

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