wheatgrass

noun

wheat·​grass ˈ(h)wēt-ˌgras How to pronounce wheatgrass (audio)
: any of a genus (Agropyron) of perennial grasses including some which are important pasture, hay, or turf grasses

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Some of the most common ingredients in wellness shots include ginger, turmeric, apple cider vinegar, acerola cherry, elderberry, wheatgrass, and green tea. Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 21 Oct. 2024 However, wheatgrass is generally safe and well-tolerated. Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 15 Oct. 2024 The short ingredient list contains some highly nutritious and antioxidant-rich plants like wheatgrass, moringa, chlorella, and spirulina, with no extra ingredients that could irritate a sensitive gut. Miranda Galati, Verywell Health, 3 Sep. 2024 The addition of wheatgrass and kale extracts offer a brightening effect. Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 29 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wheatgrass 

Word History

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wheatgrass was in 1668

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“Wheatgrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wheatgrass. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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