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thistle

 
pronunciation:
thI sl
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part of speech: noun
definition: A thistle is a kind of plant that grows somewhat tall and has many sharp little needles on its stems and leaves. It usually grows pinkish purple flowers.
I scratched my legs when I accidentally started walking through the thistles.
 
derivation: thistly (adj.)
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