thurle

/ˈθɜːrl/ or /ˈθɜːrəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A thurle is an old term for a type of thorny shrub, but it can also refer to a thorny or prickly plant, or sometimes, a thistle.

“The landscape featured a beautiful thurle that stood tall in the middle of the field.”

Synonyms

  • thistle
  • thornbush

Antonyms

  • non-prickly
  • smooth