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Definition of Thorn

1. Noun. Something that causes irritation and annoyance. "He's a thorn in my flesh"

2. Noun. A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf.

3. Noun. A Germanic character of runic origin.

Definition of Thorn

1. n. A hard and sharp-pointed projection from a woody stem; usually, a branch so transformed; a spine.

2. v. t. To prick, as with a thorn.

Definition of Thorn

1. to prick with a thorn (a sharp, rigid projection on a plant) [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Thorn

1. A modified plant organ, especially a stem, that is stiffened and terminates in a sharp point. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Thorn

thoriated thoric thoric thorite thorite thorites thorium thorium thorium-228 thoriums

thorium compounds thorium dioxide Thormahlen Thormahlen's test thorn (current term) thorn (current term) Thorn's syndrome thorn-headed thornback thornback

thornbacks thornbill thornbill thornbird thornbush thornbushes thornbut Thorndike thorned thornier

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