samphire

/ˌsæmˈfaɪər/
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Other forms: samphires

Definitions of samphire
  1. noun
    fleshy maritime plant having fleshy stems with rudimentary scalelike leaves and small spikes of minute flowers; formerly used in making glass
    synonyms: Salicornia europaea, glasswort
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    type of:
    herb, herbaceous plant
    a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
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