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hawthorn

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haw·thorn

noun \ˈh-ˌthrn\

Definition of HAWTHORN

: any of a genus (Crataegus) of spring-flowering spiny shrubs or small trees of the rose family with glossy and often lobed leaves, white or pink fragrant flowers, and small red fruits

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Origin of HAWTHORN

Middle English hawethorn, from Old English hagathorn, from haga hawthorn + thorn — more at hedge
First Known Use: before 12th century

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