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Thorn Meaning in English

word

/ˈθɔɹn/
thawrn
/θˈɔːn/
thawn

التعريف

A thorn is a hard, sharp point on the stem or branch of some plants, like roses. It can also refer to something that causes pain, annoyance, or difficulty.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Literal uses are common with plants ("rose thorn"). Figuratively, 'a thorn in someone's side' means a persistent problem or annoyance. Not used for soft plant spikes (use 'prickle') or cacti (usually 'spine').

جمل نموذجية

Be careful! The rose has a sharp thorn.

basic

Many plants have thorns for protection.

basic

I got a thorn stuck in my finger.

basic

She's always been a thorn in his side at work.

natural

Removing a tiny thorn can be harder than it looks.

natural

You can't pick roses without expecting a thorn or two.

natural