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cockspur

/ˈkɒk.spɜːr/

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noun

/ˈkɒk.spɜːr/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, которое может относиться либо к широко распространённой коренастой траве Старого Света, используемой для сена и пастбищ, либо к небольшому колючему вест-индскому дереву.

A noun that can refer to either a widely grown stout Old World hay and pasture grass, or a small spiny West Indian tree.

  1. Grass speciesC1formal

    A widely grown, stout Old World hay and pasture grass, known for its robust growth.

    ruЕжа сборная

    • The farmer planted cockspur in the field for hay.
    • Cockspur is a common pasture grass in many regions.
    • This variety of cockspur thrives in well-drained soil.

    Synonymscocksfootorchard grass

  2. Tree speciesC1formal

    A small, spiny West Indian tree, often found in tropical regions.

    ruПетушиная шпора

    • The cockspur tree is native to the Caribbean islands.
    • Its spiny branches make the cockspur difficult to climb.
    • The wood of the cockspur is sometimes used for small crafts.

    Synonymspullback