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Definition
A thorn or prickle on a plant or flower.
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How it's used
The character 簕 is specifically used for thorns on plants, particularly those found on roses or cacti. While the character 勒 is sometimes used in writing, 簕 is the standard and preferred form in Cantonese to distinguish it from other meanings of 勒. It is almost always used in the context of being pricked or injured by these sharp points.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 簕 with 刺, but 刺 is a more general term for any sharp point or splinter, whereas 簕 is specifically reserved for botanical thorns.
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