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boxthorn

/ˈbɒks.θɔːn/

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noun

/ˈbɒks.θɔːn/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее любой из различных кустарников или лиан рода Lycium, известных своими яркими цветами и плодами-ягодами.

A noun referring to any of various shrubs or vines of the genus Lycium, known for their showy flowers and bright berries.

  1. Shrub or vine of the genus LyciumC1formal

    Any of various shrubs or vines belonging to the genus Lycium, known for their showy flowers and bright berries.

    ruДереза

    • The boxthorn shrub produces vibrant red berries in autumn.
    • Boxthorn is often used as a hedge plant in dry climates.
    • The bright flowers of the boxthorn attract many pollinators.
Forms
  • boxthorns plural form
  • boxthorns' possessive plural form
  • boxthorn's possessive singular form