Meaning of the word sedge in English

What does sedge mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sedge

US /sedʒ/
UK /sedʒ/

Noun

a grass-like plant with triangular stems and inconspicuous flowers, growing in wet ground

Example:
The marshy area was covered with tall sedge.
We saw various types of sedge growing along the riverbank.