thorn
thorn
sharp modified stem
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thorn belongs to the topic "Plant Parts and Growth". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
thorn synonyms
What's the difference between thorn / prickle / spine / spike / barb / needle
Be careful of the prickles on the rose stem.
Cacti have spines instead of normal leaves.
Can mean a sharp projection but more often an inflorescence type (a spike).
The wheat plants have long spikes of grain.
A sharp hooked point bent backward; often used for hooks or barbed wire rather than plant parts.
The fish hook has a small barb to keep the fish from escaping.
A long thin leaf-like structure on conifers (needle); differs from a stem-derived thorn.
Pine trees have sharp needles all year round.
A spiny seed case or fruit (burr) with hooks that cling to fur; not the same as a stem thorn.
The burrs stuck to the dog's fur after the walk.
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How to pronounce thorn and what this word means
thorn means thorn. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce thorn
/θɔːn/
thorn translation
thorn
thorn examples
A rose thorn pricks my finger.
thorn transcription
/θɔːn/, /ˈθɔrn/
Questions about this word
thorn meaning: what does it mean?
sharp modified stem
thorn pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
thorn is pronounced as /θɔːn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
thorn definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
A rose thorn pricks my finger. Translation: Шип розы уколол мой палец.
Is thorn part of Flowers vocabulary?
Yes, thorn can be learned in the Flowers topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is thorn part of Plant Parts and Growth vocabulary?
Yes, thorn can be learned in the Plant Parts and Growth topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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