goatbrush

/ˈɡoʊtbrʌʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A shrub or small tree, particularly those of the genus Ceanothus or the genus Cercis, having thorns or spines.

“The goatbrush provided a thorny barrier to protect the garden from unwanted animals.”

Synonyms

  • spiny shrub
  • thorny bush

Antonyms

  • delicate plant
  • prickless shrub