pincushion
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of pincushion
Example Sentences
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Discovered in 1852, Psyche has the width of Massachusetts, a squashed spherical shape reminiscent of a pincushion, and an orbit between Mars and Jupiter in the main asteroid belt.
From Salon ● Aug. 23, 2023
The endangered Sneed’s pincushion cactus and other rare plants also grow in the area.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 21, 2023
‘Little Penny’ is a pincushion of a plant, the smallest coreopsis ever — ideal for tucking into pots, where its copper-colored flowers will set off darks or brights.
From Seattle Times ● May 28, 2022
Water-thrifty Mediterranean plants that attract beneficial insects, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds add to the mix including lavenders, Salvia microphylla “Hot Lips,” Kangaroo Paw and pincushion flowers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2016
As if she could hear my thoughts, she scowled as she reemerged, holding a pincushion and some chalk.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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