White Thistle (Noun)
Meaning 1
Spiny shrub with silvery-scurfy foliage of alkaline plains of southwestern United States and Mexico.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Any plant of the genus Argemone having large white or yellow flowers and prickly leaves and stems and pods; chiefly of tropical America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beautiful white thistle grew in abundance in the warm and dry desert climate.
- Wild white thistles bloomed along the road, adding a splash of color to the otherwise barren landscape.
- The white thistle's delicate white petals and yellow center made it a standout among other desert flowers.
- In some parts of the world, the white thistle is considered a weed, while others cultivate it for its unique beauty.
- White thistles were abundant in the area, their prickly stems and leaves a warning to potential predators.