neckweed

noun — 2 senses

neckweed

noun

Etymology From neck + weed.

1

Usually An American annual weed (Veronica peregrina), with small white flowers and a roundish pod.

2

Archaic, Humorous, Usually The hemp plant, which furnishes ropes for hanging criminals.

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