catbrier
[ kat-brahy-er ]
/ ˈkætˌbraɪ ər /
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noun
any prickly vine of the genus Smilax, especially S. rotundifolia, of eastern North America, growing in tangled masses.
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How to use catbrier in a sentence
Of the latter the “cat-brier” or “green-brier” is a familiar representative.
Elements of Structural and Systematic Botany|Douglas Houghton Campbell"I see it, an' I never saw a piece o' cat-brier move endwise before," said Shorty, fixing his eyes on the string-like green.
Si Klegg, Book 3 (of 6)|John McElroyAs it came opposite Si jumped out, put his foot on the cat-brier and lifted up the rag.
Si Klegg, Book 3 (of 6)|John McElroyThere were indications in the weeds that the cat-brier extended to there.
Si Klegg, Book 3 (of 6)|John McElroy
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