goosefoot

[ goos-foot ]

noun

, plural goose·foots.

1. any of numerous, often weedy plants of the genus Chenopodium, having inconspicuous greenish flowers.

goosefoot

/ ˈɡuːsˌfʊt /

noun

1. any typically weedy chenopodiaceous plant of the genus Chenopodium, having small greenish flowers and leaves shaped like a goose's foot See also Good King Henry fat hen

Word History and Origins

Origin of goosefoot¹

First recorded in 1540–50; goose + foot

Example Sentences

Lamb’s quarters, also called white goosefoot, are easy to find in abundance.

From Seattle Times

He added that this helped Mr. Kaine in particular in the Appalachian states like Virginia, where music is as much a part of life as stack cakes, goosefoot and greasy beans.

From New York Times

And more than a third of the herbal products included unlisted ingredients – such as the weeds bluegrass and white goosefoot.

From Scientific American

And he gathers dandelion and dock-cress and goosefoot, and the like o' that, which she cooks 'em, or he mixes 'em wi' oil, and eats 'em raw.

From Project Gutenberg

It turns out fat hen is related to a kind of goosefoot cultivated in India, although the accompanying recipe feels more Kentish than Indian: blanch, top with crisped shallots and serve with roast chicken.

From New York Times