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Definition of sedge

sedge

/sɛdʒ/
sedge
Plural:sedges
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Adjective:sedgy
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sedge Lexical Profile

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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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• Rhymes for sedge

• Nearby Words

sedative
sedentary
seder
sedge
sediment
sedimentary
sedition

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.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sedge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sedge
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