RYEGRASS
\ɹˈa͡ɪɪɡɹˌas], \ɹˈaɪɪɡɹˌas], \ɹ_ˈaɪ_ɪ_ɡ_ɹ_ˌa_s]\
Definitions of RYEGRASS
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Common member of the Gramineae family used as cattle fodder. It harbors several fungi and other parasites toxic to livestock and people and produces allergenic compounds, especially in its pollen. The most commonly seen varieties are L. perenne, L. multiflorum, and L. rigidum.
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