water cress

A form of watercress — A perennial European herb, Nasturtium officinale, that grows in freshwater streams; used in salads and as a garnish.

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Meanings

nounwater cress (countable and uncountable, plural water cresses)

plural water cresses

  1. alternativecountableuncountableAlternative form of watercress.
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