burrhead

/ˈbɝrhed/; /ˈbɜrˌhed/

Definitions

1. noun

the head of a thistle or similar prickly plant, especially when it has developed a burr or seed head

“The hiker carefully stepped over the thistle’s burrhead to avoid getting it stuck to her clothing.”

Synonyms

  • seedhead
  • thistlehead