Thorn

  • Title

    Thorn

  • Definition

    A sharp-pointed, aborted branch that is woody and has vascular tissue.

  • Notes

    Thorns can be branchd or unbranche.d.

  • Related Terms

    Prickle

    Prickle

    Spine

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