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Definition of sedge
sedge
/sɛdʒ/
sedge
Plural:sedges
•Adjective:sedgy
sedge Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
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• noun
1
A grasslike plant of the family Cyperaceae, typically growing in wet ground and characterized by solid, usually triangular stems and inconspicuous flowers.
Example
"The muddy banks of the river were overgrown with tall green sedge."
2
A flock of herons, cranes, or bitterns.
Example
"The birdwatchers were thrilled to spot a sedge of herons taking flight across the marsh."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'secg', of Germanic origin. It ultimately derives from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to cut', referring to the sharp, cutting edges of the plant's leaves.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sedge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sedge