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Noun leadplant has 1 sense
  1. leadplant, lead plant, Amorpha canescens - shrub of sandy woodlands and stream banks of western United States having hoary pinnate flowers and dull-colored racemose flowers; thought to indicate the presence of lead ore
    --1 is a kind of amorpha

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Leadplant

Description:

The leadplant is a flowering perennial herb that belongs to the legume family. It is known for its attractive blue-violet flowers and unique foliage.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A plant of the legume family, native to North America, with bluish-purple flowers and leaves that were once used in traditional medicine.

Example sentence: The leadplant is commonly found in prairies and grasslands throughout the Midwest.

Sense 2:

Noun: A toxic plant found in certain regions, characterized by its lead-colored foliage.

Example sentence: Cattle should avoid grazing in areas where the leadplant grows due to its poisonous nature.

Sense 3:

Verb: To guide or direct someone or something in a particular direction or course.

Example sentence: The experienced hiker will lead the group through the treacherous mountain pass.

Sense 4:

Verb: To be ahead or in front of others in a competition or race.

Example sentence: The marathon runner will lead the pack for the first half of the race.

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