Thistly: meaning, definitions and examples
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thistly
[ ˈθɪs(t)li ]
in the context of plants
Covered with or resembling thistles.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Its thistly leaves were prickly to the touch.
- The thistly plant stood out among the other flowers.
Translations
Translations of the word "thistly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 espinhoso
🇮🇳 काटेदार
🇩🇪 dornig
🇮🇩 berduri
🇺🇦 колючий
🇵🇱 ciernisty
🇯🇵 棘のある
🇫🇷 épineux
🇪🇸 espinoso
🇹🇷 dikenli
🇰🇷 가시가 많은
🇸🇦 شائك
🇨🇿 trnitý
🇸🇰 tŕnistý
🇨🇳 多刺的
🇸🇮 trnovit
🇮🇸 þyrnóttur
🇰🇿 тікенекті
🇬🇪 ეკლიანი
🇦🇿 tikanlı
🇲🇽 espinoso
Word origin
The word 'thistly' originated from the Middle English word 'thistil,' which in turn came from the Old English 'þistel.' Thistles are known for their prickly leaves and purple flowers, symbolizing protection and defiance. The adjective 'thistly' is used to describe things that are covered with or resemble thistles, as well as to characterize a harsh or prickly tone in speech or manner.