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brier

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbraɪər/

A prickly shrub or vine, typically belonging to the rose family, known for its sharp thorns.

Her dress snagged on a sharp brier as she walked through the overgrown meadow.
The small bird built its nest deep within the protection of a dense brier.
Gardeners often struggle to clear away the persistent briers that choke out other plants.

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