bulrush
(noun)
noun
1. tall marsh plant with cylindrical seed heads that explode when mature shedding large quantities of down; its long flat leaves are used for making mats and chair seats; of North America, Europe, Asia and North Africa
Similar word(s): bullrush, reedmace
Definition categories: plant, cattail
2. tall rush with soft erect or arching stems found in Eurasia, Australia, New Zealand, and common in North America
Similar word(s): bullrush