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pyracanth

 

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Noun pyracanth has 1 sense
  1. Pyracantha, pyracanth, fire thorn, firethorn - any of various thorny shrubs of the genus Pyracantha bearing small white flowers followed by hard red or orange-red berries
    --1 is a kind of shrub, bush
    --1 is a member of genus Pyracantha

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Pyracanth

Noun:

Sense 1: A thorny shrub of the rose family, with small white flowers and red or yellow berries. It is often used for hedges or ornamental purposes.

Example sentence: The pyracanth hedge in front of the house provides both privacy and a burst of color.

Sense 2: Any plant belonging to the genus Pyracantha, often grown for their attractive foliage and abundant berries.

Example sentence: The pyracanthas in the garden attract various species of birds with their vibrant berries.

Adjective:

Sense 1: Relating to or characteristic of the pyracanth plant.

Example sentence: The pyracanth thorns made pruning a risky task.

Verb:

Sense 1: To plant or cultivate pyracanth shrubs.

Example sentence: The landscaper suggested pyracanthing along the fence line to deter trespassers.

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