What is another word for cleavers?

Pronunciation: [klˈiːvəz] (IPA)

Cleavers, also known as sticky willy, clivers, or goosegrass, is a common herb with a very distinct appearance. This plant is known for its sticky stems and leaves that attach themselves to clothing and animals. Aside from its unique physical properties, cleavers is also used for several medicinal purposes. Its synonyms reflect its versatility in both traditional and modern times. Some people know it as "bedstraw," in reference to its use as a stuffing for mattresses and pillows. Others refer to it as "scratchweed," due to its tendency to cause skin irritation. In any case, whichever name you choose to call it, cleavers is a plant that has many practical applications.

Synonyms for Cleavers:

What are the hypernyms for Cleavers?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    cutting tool, kitchen utensil, bladed implement.

Usage examples for Cleavers

A band took part in a wedding ceremony at Clapham as recently as the autumn of 1911. The following extract, referring to the second marriage of Mr. Dombey, shows what bridal parties had to put up with in the good old days: The men who play the bells have got scent of the marriage; and the marrow-bones and cleavers too; and a brass band too.
"Charles Dickens and Music"
James T. Lightwood
The dogs were all over cleavers sticking to their coats, and your boots had to be wiped with a wisp of straw; your pocket was heavy with a couple of rabbits or a hare, and your hands black enough from powder and handling gates and stiles.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
It was formerly the custom for butchers' assistants to provide themselves with marrow-bones and cleavers for musical effects.
"Charles Dickens and Music"
James T. Lightwood

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