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Definition of mayweed

mayweed

/ˈmeɪ.wiːd/
may · weed

Plural:mayweeds
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mayweed Lexical Profile

mayweed Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several daisy-like plants of the aster family, particularly stinking chamomile (Anthemis cotula), which features white petals, yellow centers, and finely divided leaves, typically growing as a weed in agricultural fields and along roadsides.

Example

"The farmer spent the afternoon clearing a dense patch of pungent mayweed that had invaded the edges of his wheat field."

Word Nuance & Usage

Although visually similar to true chamomile, mayweed (particularly Anthemis cotula) is distinguished by its pungent, unpleasant odor and its tendency to cause contact dermatitis.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Middle English 'maiweed', a compound of 'May' (referring to the month of its early blooming) and 'weed'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mayweed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mayweed
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