goose grass
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Origin of goose grass
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
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How to use goose grass in a sentence
The cornbind and goosegrass were clutching at the ancient gooseberry bushes, which sprawled by the paths.
The White Peacock|D. H. (David Herbert) LawrenceThey do not rise from each circle of leaves as in the Goosegrass.
Flowers Shown to the Children|C. E. SmithIt has not so many hooks as the Goosegrass with which to catch hold of other plants, and so raise itself.
Flowers Shown to the Children|C. E. SmithMelt some hog's lard, add as much clivers or goosegrass as the lard will moisten, and boil them together over a slow fire.
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