Beartongue

/ˈbɛɹtʌŋ/ noun

A plant (genus Amsinckia or similar) with fuzzy leaves or flowers, named for their supposed resemblance to a bear's rough tongue.

Compound of 'bear' and 'tongue,' named descriptively for the plant's textured leaves or flowers that resemble the rough surface of a bear's tongue.

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