World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesCocklebur
/ˈkɒk.əl.bɜːr/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Any of various coarse, rough-stemmed composite weeds of the genus Xanthium, having spiny burs that stick to clothes and animal fur.
"The dog's fur was covered in sticky cockleburs after running through the overgrown field." - 2
The prickly bur itself produced by the plant.
"He carefully removed the cocklebur from his woolen sock."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from Middle English 'cokyl' (referring to a weed) and 'bur' (a prickly seed case). The Chinese term 'cāngěr' (苍耳) specifically refers to this genus of plants (Xanthium) known for their spiny burs that cling to clothing and animal fur.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Cocklebur"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Cocklebur" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
lampourde
Transliteration: lãpuʁd
"Les vêtements étaient pleins de lampourdes."
Spitzklette
Transliteration: ʃpɪt͡sklɛtə
"Die Klette blieb an seinem Pullover hängen."
np
Transliteration: nappa
Script: nappa
"I vestiti erano pieni di lappole."
cagalera
Transliteration: kaɣaˈleɾa
"Los abrojos se pegaron a los pantalones."
carrapicho
Transliteration: kaʁaˈpiʃu
"O cachorro estava cheio de carrapichos."
गोखरू
Transliteration: gokhru
Script: हिंदी देवनागरी
"उसके कपड़ों में गोखरू चिपक गए।"
苍耳
Transliteration: cāngěr
Script: 中文汉字
"衣服上沾满了苍耳。"
도꼬마리
Transliteration: dokkomari
Script: 한국어 한글
"옷에 도꼬마리가 달라붙었다."
オナモミ
Transliteration: onamomi
Script: 日本語
"服にオナモミがくっついた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsA secondary residence owned or rented by a family or individual, used primarily for recreational purposes, holidays, or seasonal getaways.
Not producing or containing venom; incapable of injecting poison through a bite, sting, or other mechanism.
Placing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Cocklebur"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.