Cutgrass

/ˈkʌtɡræs/ noun

Definition

A type of marsh grass with sharp, finely serrated leaf edges that can cut skin like a knife.

Etymology

Compound of 'cut' (sharp cutting action) + 'grass' (plant). Named for its distinctive sharp leaves that literally cut when touched.

Kelly Says

Cutgrass proves that common names are honest—if a plant earned the name 'cutgrass,' those edges really will slice your hand open.

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