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Thorny

Verb / ˈθɔ:rni: / Another word for thorny — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'thorny' means having or covered with thorns or prickly points.

Synonyms & similar words

briery burred barbellate burry setaceous setose bristled spiny bristly prickly barbed briary spiky prickly bristly sharp thistle-covered barbed thorned pronged pointed piercing spiny stinging spur-like bristled prickling thorn-ridden spiculate spiculated spiculose aculeate

Example sentences

  1. 1. The cactus is covered in thorny spines to protect itself from animals.
  2. 2. I accidentally touched the thorny thistle and it pricked my hand.
  3. 3. The rose bush has beautiful flowers, but you have to be careful of its thorny stems.
  4. 4. The hedgehog's back is covered in thorny quills.
  5. 5. The caterpillar crawled across the thorny branch without getting hurt.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Life is full of thorns, but roses always bloom amidst them.' - Matshona Dhliwayo
  • 2. 'Every rose has its thorn.' - Poison
  • 3. 'A thorn defends the rose, harming only those who would steal the blossom.' - Chinese Proverb

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