Teasel (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several herbs of the genus Dipsacus native to the Old World having flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The teasel plant grew wild in the meadow, its prickly flower head a favorite of goldfinches.
- In the garden, the teasel's tall stems and spiky bracts provided a striking contrast to the soft petals of the nearby flowers.
- The artist used the teasel as a model for her sculpture, fascinated by its unique shape and texture.
- The teasel's seed heads were a popular choice for dried flower arrangements, adding a rustic touch to any room.
- As she walked through the field, the hiker had to be careful not to brush against the teasel's sharp spines.