buttonbush (Meaning)
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buttonbush (n.)
A shrub (Cephalanthus occidentalis) growing by the waterside; -- so called from its globular head of flowers. See Capitulum.
Synonyms & Antonyms of buttonbush
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buttonbush Sentence Examples
- Along the riverbank, the buttonbush flourished, its distinctive spherical flowers attracting bees and butterflies.
- The buttonbush's glossy green leaves provided a lush backdrop to the tranquil waters of the stream.
- Dragonflies hovered over the buttonbush, their iridescent wings glinting in the sunlight.
- In late summer, the buttonbush burst into bloom, a riot of white blossoms adorning its branches.
- Frogs nestled among the roots of the buttonbush, their croaks blending with the rustle of the nearby reeds.
- The buttonbush's seeds were a vital food source for the local waterfowl, sustaining them through the lean winter months.
- Ducks waded through the shallows, their beaks dipping beneath the surface in search of buttonbush seeds.
- The buttonbush stood as a sentinel at the water's edge, its branches bending gracefully over the river.
- Native peoples revered the buttonbush for its medicinal properties, using its leaves and bark in traditional remedies.
- As dusk fell, fireflies danced around the buttonbush, their luminous trails illuminating the gathering darkness.
FAQs About the word buttonbush
A shrub (Cephalanthus occidentalis) growing by the waterside; -- so called from its globular head of flowers. See Capitulum.
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Along the riverbank, the buttonbush flourished, its distinctive spherical flowers attracting bees and butterflies.
The buttonbush's glossy green leaves provided a lush backdrop to the tranquil waters of the stream.
Dragonflies hovered over the buttonbush, their iridescent wings glinting in the sunlight.
In late summer, the buttonbush burst into bloom, a riot of white blossoms adorning its branches.
