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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

greasewood

/ˈɡriːsʊwʊd/ noun · British & US
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What does greasewood mean?

noun

A type of shrub or small tree, particularly the greasewood or greasewood shrub (Sarcobatus vermiculatus), native to North America, characterized by its small, greenish-yellow flowers and sticky, resinous leaves.

Example

"The desert landscape was dotted with greasewood shrubs, their sticky leaves a testament to their ability to thrive in harsh conditions."

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