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Prickle
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espina
a small, sharp-pointed structure that grows on the surface of a plant
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Roses are known for their thorns, which are actually prickles that help protect the plant from being eaten by animals.
Las rosas son conocidas por sus espinas, que en realidad son espinitas que ayudan a proteger la planta de ser comida por los animales.
Cacti have numerous prickles covering their surface, which help reduce water loss and deter herbivores from feeding on them.
Los cactus tienen numerosas espinas cubriendo su superficie, lo que ayuda a reducir la pérdida de agua y disuade a los herbívoros de alimentarse de ellos.
to prickle
01
pinchar, perforar ligeramente
make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn
02
pinchar, hormiguear
cause a stinging or tingling sensation
03
pinchar, hormiguear
cause a prickling sensation
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