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Vocabulary Entry
heather
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of flowering plant belonging to the family Ericaceae, typically found in rocky or heathland areas.
Example Sentences
"The hillside was covered in purple heather during the late summer."
"Bees are often attracted to the blossoms of heather."
"She picked a bouquet of heather to decorate the table."
V
verb
To cover land with heath or to grow heather plants.
Example Sentences
"The gardeners decided to heather the barren land to attract wildlife."
"They will heather the area around the cottage for a more natural look."
"Heathers are often used to heather the slopes of the mountains."