"Quinclorac" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Quinclorac is a pre-emergent herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds in lawns and turf. It works by inhibiting cell division in weeds, effectively preventing them from germinating or growing.
It's a selective herbicide, meaning it targets specific weeds while leaving grasses and other desired plants unharmed. Quinclorac is often used to control weeds such as crabgrass, dallisgrass, and sedge.
Quincampoix is a type of wild garlic that is native to France and other parts of Europe. It has broad, flat leaves and is often used in French cuisine in sauces, soups, and salads.
The word "quincentennial" refers to a 500th-anniversary celebration. It is often used to describe a period of commemoration that takes place every 500 years.
Quincewort is a type of flowering plant, specifically a member of the daisy family (Asteraceae) known for its beautiful flowers and edible fruit.
To reduce or restrain the amount or degree of something, typically in a way that is perceived as harsh or severe.<br><br>Example: "The new government has quinched the flow of foreign investment in the country."<br><br>(This word is rare or obsolete, but it is the opposite of "to flush" or "to increase". The related word "quench" is more common and means to satisfy or allay a desire or need, often in a complete or definitive way.)