Thorn Apple (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several plants of the genus Datura.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The thorn apple is a poisonous plant that grows in many parts of the world.
- The doctor warned the children not to touch the thorn apple that was growing in the garden.
- The thorn apple has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, but its use is highly regulated.
- The thorn apple's flowers are showy and fragrant, but the plant itself is highly toxic.
- In some cultures, the thorn apple is considered a sacred plant with spiritual significance.