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Striga
Definition:
Striga refers to a genus of parasitic plants, commonly known as witchweeds, that attach themselves to the roots of other plants to obtain nutrients.
Senses:
- Noun: A type of plant in the genus Striga that is known for its parasitic nature.
- Noun: A theoretical concept, often used metaphorically, to describe a parasitic or clingy person who leeches on others for personal gain.
- Verb: To pursue or persistently ask for something, typically in a bothersome or annoying manner.
- Adjective: Describing something or someone as originating from or related to Striga, a place in eastern Europe.
Sample Sentences:
- The striga plant is a destructive and invasive weed that infests crops, causing significant yield loss.
- Be careful who you trust, as some people may come across as friendly but eventually reveal themselves as strigas.
- She kept strigaing her parents for a new phone, but they refused to give in to her constant nagging.
- Having grown up in Striga, his accent had subtle hints of the local dialect.
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