Spear Thistle (Noun)
Meaning
European thistle with rather large heads and prickly leaves; extensively naturalized as a weed in the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The spear thistle grows abundantly in the countryside, often seen as a nuisance by local farmers due to its invasive nature.
- A group of gardeners gathered to discuss the best methods for removing spear thistle from their plots of land.
- The naturalized spear thistle in the United States is a descendant of the European variety that was introduced centuries ago.
- In an effort to reduce the spread of the spear thistle, the local government implemented strict regulations on the disposal of its seeds.
- While many view the spear thistle as nothing more than a weed, some herbalists value its medicinal properties and cultivate it in their gardens.