thorns

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun something that causes irritation and annoyance
  2. noun a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
  3. noun a Germanic character of runic origin

Synonyms

irritant, thorn

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