phragmites

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun reeds of marshes and riversides in tropical or temperate regions

Etymology

From Latin phragmītēs, from Ancient Greek φραγμίτης (phragmítēs).

In classic literature

Synonyms

genus Phragmites

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