withwine

withwine

English

Noun

withwine (plural withwines)

1. Alternative form of withwind
   • 1864, Journal - Volume 12, page 66:

     Now as the term Withwine is used to designate the Convolvulus arvensis, Bindweed, these words are not only indicative of a climbing and twining method of growth, but they at the same time are doubtless meant to convey the feeling of detestation in which the parasite is held.

   • 1990, Celtica - Volume 21, page 144:

     A weede growing among corne like to withwine, called Running Buckwheate, or Bindcorne);

   • 1991, Anne Waldman, Out of this world:

     Ruddy withwine morning glory's tiny tender cowbells, guarded by poison oak sprigs oily hands