Definition of "wildling" [wildling]

• A wild plant or animal, especially a wild plant transplanted to a cultivated spot. (noun)

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• "Quoth the merchant to himself, This wildling is a rudesby and a maggotty head."
• "I did not invent the word wildling, even if I did, feel free to use it as you wish."
• "Still, there are other ways to green your evergreen -- Mr Hackwell recommended growing a family tree over several years or seeking out conservation groups which sell "wildling" pines: trees that have been found in areas where they disturb native vegetation."