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hedge thorn

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun hedge thorn has 1 sense
  1. hedge thorn, natal plum, Carissa bispinosa - South African shrub having forked spines and plumlike fruit; frequently used as hedging
    --1 is a kind of carissa

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Hedge Thorn

Definition:

A hedge thorn refers to a sharp, pointed spine or thorn that grows on the branches or stems of certain hedge plants. These thorns act as a protective mechanism for the plant, serving as a deterrent to potential predators.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. A thorn or spine growing on a hedge plant.

Usages:

1. Noun - Referring to the sharp spines growing on a hedge plant:

Be cautious when trimming the hedges as their hedge thorns can cause painful injuries if not handled properly.

Sample Sentences:

1. The hedge thorns made it challenging for the neighborhood children to retrieve their lost toys from the overgrown shrubs.

2. During my gardening chores, I accidentally pricked my finger on a sharp hedge thorn while pruning the shrub.

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