briar
word
Definition
A briar is a plant or shrub with many sharp thorns or prickles. It often refers to wild, thorny bushes such as rose or blackberry bushes.
Usage & Nuances
'Briar' is most often used in literary or poetic contexts. It can refer to any thorny bush, but especially wild roses or blackberry bushes. Also used in the phrase 'briar patch.' In pipe making, 'briar' is a specific type of wood, but this is less common.
Spanish: zarza - arbusto espinosoPortuguese (BR): arbusto espinhoso - silvaPortuguese (PT): silva - arbusto espinhosoChinese (Simplified): 荆棘 - 有刺灌木Chinese (Traditional): 荊棘 - 有刺灌木Hindi: झाड़ी (काँटेदार)Arabic: شجيرة شوكية - نبات برياري
Example Sentences
Be careful; there is a briar bush on the path.
basic
A wild rose briar grew by the fence.
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The bird built its nest in a briar.
basic
Her dress got caught on a briar as she walked through the field.
natural
We had to cut away the briar patch before reaching the old cabin.
natural
If you’re not careful, you’ll get scratched by a briar.
natural