Briery
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɹaɪəɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Briery is an adjective meaning A place where briars grow.
Meaning
A place where briars grow.
More Meanings
- Alternative spelling of briary.
Example Sentences
All these species are climbing, briery plants, having long slender roots, which proceed in all directions from a common rootstalk or rhizome.
But Mrs. McCain is clearly not interested in having her husband take a beating at the expense of his family or enduring accusations about his briery temperament.
Word Forms
- brieries
Synonyms for briery
Depending on context, synonyms include bristly, bristled, thorny, spiny, prickly, burry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include briary, burry, barbellate, thorny, spiny, bristled.
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