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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

nettles

/ˈnɛtəlz/ noun · British & US
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What does nettles mean?

noun

A plant with stinging hairs, especially Urtica dioica, or a similar plant. Nettles are often found in fields, gardens, and along roadsides.

Example

"The gardener carefully pulled the nettles from the soil, taking care not to touch the stinging hairs."

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