saltbush

noun

salt·​bush ˈsȯlt-ˌbu̇sh How to pronounce saltbush (audio)
: any of various shrubby plants of the amaranth family that thrive in dry alkaline soil
especially : any of numerous oraches that are important browse plants in dry regions

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There were various species, including saltbushes and sagebrush. — Gregory Barber, WIRED, 17 June 2021 The menu here is inspired by native ingredients like quandong, myrtle, and saltbush, with options for lunch and dinner. — Justin Meneguzzi, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2024

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1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of saltbush was in 1863

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saltbush

noun
salt·​bush ˈsȯlt-ˌbu̇sh How to pronounce saltbush (audio)
: any of various shrubby plants of dry regions that are related to the goosefoots

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