English Dictionary

Definition of “spurge”

spurge (spɜːdʒ )

any of various euphorbiaceous plants of the genus Euphorbia that have milky sap and small flowers typically surrounded by conspicuous bracts. Some species have purgative properties

C14: from Old French espurge, from espurgier to purge, from Latin expurgāre to cleanse, from ex-¹ + purgāre to purge

* Marram grass and sea spurge plants ravaging the West Coast.

The Mercury, Sunday Tasmanian (2004)

The curious-looking wood spurge is coming up in woodland glades.

Times, Sunday Times (2002)

The dune ridges carry many colourful species such as ploughman's spikenard, hound's-tongue, heath dog-violet and Portland spurge.

Perring, Franklyn A Guide to Britain's Conservation Heritage

The white sap of spurge (Euphorbia species) causes blistering on skin that recurs when exposed to the sun.

Times, Sunday Times (2005)

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