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thicket

 

[ ˈθɪkɪt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dense forest

A thicket is a dense group of bushes or small trees, especially one that is difficult to pass through.

Synonyms

copse, dense woodland, grove

Examples of usage

  • We got lost in the thicket while hiking in the forest.
  • The rabbit disappeared into the thicket, blending in perfectly with the surroundings.
Context #2 | Noun

complicated situation

Thicket can also refer to a complicated or intricate situation with many confusing elements.

Synonyms

jungle, maze, tangle

Examples of usage

  • Navigating through the thicket of legal jargon proved to be challenging for the new lawyer.
  • The thicket of emotions she felt towards him was overwhelming.

Translations

Translations of the word "thicket" in other languages:

🇵🇹 matagal

🇮🇳 झाड़ी

🇩🇪 Dickicht

🇮🇩 belukar

🇺🇦 хаща

🇵🇱 gąszcz

🇯🇵 やぶ (yabu)

🇫🇷 fourré

🇪🇸 matorral

🇹🇷 çalılık

🇰🇷 덤불 (deombul)

🇸🇦 أدغال (adghal)

🇨🇿 houština

🇸🇰 hustina

🇨🇳 灌木丛 (guànmùcóng)

🇸🇮 goščava

🇮🇸 þéttingur

🇰🇿 қалың орман

🇬🇪 ბუჩქნარი (buchqnari)

🇦🇿 kolluq

🇲🇽 matorral

Etymology

The word 'thicket' originated from the Middle English 'thikket', which meant a dense group of small trees or bushes. It has been used since the 14th century to describe dense vegetation or a complicated situation. The image of a tangled mass of plants or a complex problem remains central to the meaning of 'thicket'.

See also: thick, thicken, thickness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,399, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.