Definition

A type of shrub that belongs to the genus Pyracantha, known for its thorny branches and bright orange-red berries.

Example

The garden was filled with vibrant firethorn plants, their berries attracting many birds.

Conversation

Have you seen the firethorn bushes in the park?

Yeah, they're beautiful with all those orange-red berries.

I think they really add some color to the winter landscape.

Absolutely! I love how they look against the snow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Firethorn is formed from "fire" (from Old English "fyr", meaning flame or fire) and "thorn" (from Old English "þorn", meaning a thorn or prickly plant). The word "firethorn" refers to a thorny plant that bears fiery red berries, resembling flames.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'fire' representing flames and 'thorn' indicating prickly plants. This helps you remember that 'firethorn' is a thorny plant with bright red berries that look like fire.

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