Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tumbleweed
Noun
/ˈtʌm.bəl.wiːd/
Definition
A tumbleweed is a type of plant that breaks off at the base and is blown by the wind, rolling along the ground.
Examples
- The tumbleweed rolled across the empty desert, carried by the strong winds.
- In many Western films, a tumbleweed often symbolizes isolation.
- As I stood there, a tumbleweed bounced along the dirt road, reminding me of the wild west.
Meaning
The term ‘tumbleweed’ generally refers to a plant that is has a round shape and is carried by the wind across landscapes, especially in arid regions.
Synonyms
- Rolling plant
- Desert weed
- Wind-blown plant
