Gorse: meaning, definitions and examples

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gorse

 

[ ษกษ”หrs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

Gorse, also known as furze or whin, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. It is characterized by its spiny shrubs and bright yellow flowers. Commonly found in sandy and dry areas, gorse is a hardy plant that thrives in poor soil conditions. The hardiness of gorse makes it an important plant for preventing soil erosion and providing habitat for wildlife.

Synonyms

furze, whin.

Examples of usage

  • The gorse bushes bloomed beautifully in spring.
  • Be careful of the sharp thorns on that gorse.
  • Gorse is often used in hedgerows for protection against wind.

Translations

Translations of the word "gorse" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‰เคฐเฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dornstrauch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gorse

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะปัŽั‡ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ดใƒผใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ajonc

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ espino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ๋ฅด์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูˆุฑุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gorse

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gorse

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่†ๆฃ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณาฏะปั‚าฑะผัั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gorse

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gorse

Etymology

The word 'gorse' originates from the Old English term 'gors', which denoted a thorny shrub. This term is related to the West Saxon 'gors', reflecting the plant's prominent presence in the landscapes of England and its areas of growth. Gorse has been widely recognized in various regions, particularly in Europe, where it has adapted well to climate and soil conditions. Often cited in literature and folklore, gorse has grown into a symbol of rural beauty and resilience. Its tough nature contributes to its cultural significance, as it is commonly found in the countryside and has a history of use in traditional customs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,417, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.