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Definition of cranesbill

cranesbill

/ˈkreɪnz.bɪl/
cranes · bill
Plural:cranesbills
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cranesbill Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of numerous flowering plants of the genus Geranium, native to temperate regions, characterized by deeply lobed leaves and distinctive long, pointed seed pods that resemble a bird's beak.

Example

"We planted native meadow cranesbill in the garden to attract pollinators and add a splash of violet to the borders."

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• Nearby Words

crampon
cranberry
crane
cranesbill
crank
crankshaft
crape myrtle

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Middle English, originally 'crane's bill', so named in the mid-16th century because the long, pointed shape of the plant's seed pod strongly resembles the beak of a crane.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cranesbill. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cranesbill
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