Spiny plant Crossword Clue
While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Spiny plant crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on October 2 2024 New York Times Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Spiny plant has a total of 6 letters.
| Rank | Answer | Clue | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | TEASEL | Spiny plant | New York Times |
| 20% | CACTI | Spiny plants | USA Today |
Definition
| • | A plant of the genus Dipsacus, of which one species (D. fullonum) bears a large flower head covered with stiff, prickly, hooked bracts. This flower head, when dried, is used for raising a nap on woolen cloth. |
| • | A bur of this plant. |
| • | Any contrivance intended as a substitute for teasels in dressing cloth. |
| • | To subject, as woolen cloth, to the action of teasels, or any substitute for them which has an effect to raise a nap. |
Recent Usage in Crossword Puzzles:
- New York Times: Oct 2, 2024
- Thomas Joseph: Jul 21, 2023
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