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thorn Definition and Meaning in English (thorn definition)

noun

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Thorn definition: A stiff, sharp-pointed woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.

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Definitions of Thorn

1noun
A stiff, sharp-pointed woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.
2noun
A source of distress, annoyance, or difficulty that causes continuous trouble.

“Be careful not to touch the rose bush, it has sharp thorns.”

“The constant criticism was a thorn in his side.”

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adjectivethorny

a thorn in one's sideidiom

A person or thing that continuously annoys or causes trouble for someone.

Alphabetical:thorax•thornbush

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Thorn definition: A stiff, sharp-pointed woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.

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'Thorn' translates to 'thorn' in English. Thorn definition: A stiff, sharp-pointed woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.

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