lamb's quarters

plural of lamb's-quarter

/læmzˈkwɔrtərz/
noun
  1. A common edible weed with green leaves that are often used in salads or cooked like spinach.
    • Lamb's-quarters is a nutritious wild green that grows in many backyards.
    • She sautéed lamb's-quarters with garlic and olive oil for a simple side dish.
    • We picked lamb's-quarters from the garden and added them to the salad.
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