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bulrush

 

[ หˆbสŠlrสŒสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant

A tall reed-like plant with a soft, spongy stem, growing in marshy or wet areas.

Synonyms

cattail, papyrus, reed, rush

Examples of usage

  • The bulrushes along the river bank swayed gently in the breeze.
  • The bulrushes provided habitat for various bird species.
  • The bulrush is commonly found in wetlands and swampy areas.
  • The bulrushes were used by ancient civilizations for making baskets and mats.
  • The bulrush is an important part of the ecosystem in marshy regions.
Context #2 | Noun

biblical reference

A symbol of humility and servitude, often used metaphorically in literature.

Synonyms

metaphor for servitude, symbol of humility

Examples of usage

  • The character's actions were likened to a bulrush, bending in the wind of authority.
  • She stood tall like a bulrush, unyielding in the face of adversity.
  • His demeanor was as gentle as a bulrush, always putting others before himself.

Translations

Translations of the word "bulrush" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น taboa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฐเค•เค‚เคกเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rohrkolben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bambu air

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั‡ะตั€ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ paล‚ka wodna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใƒž

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jonc

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ junco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kamฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋“ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุตุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rรกkos

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trstina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่’ฒ่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trst

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ star

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะผั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ แƒฆแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qamฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ junco

Etymology

The word 'bulrush' originated from the Middle English term 'bulrys', which in turn came from the Old English 'byluc', meaning 'bulrush'. The use of bulrushes dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were utilized for various purposes such as weaving baskets, making mats, and as a symbol of humility and servitude. In biblical references, bulrushes are often mentioned as a symbol of humility and servitude, highlighting their significance in literature and culture.

See also: inrush, rush, rushed, rushing, unrushed.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,073 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.