What is another word for nettle?

1255 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ nˈɛtə͡l], [ nˈɛtə‍l], [ n_ˈɛ_t_əl]

The word 'nettle' is commonly used to describe a plant that is known for its stinging hairs and irritant properties. However, there are various other words that can be used as synonyms for the term 'nettle' such as brier, briar, bramble, thorn, and weed. These words are often used interchangeably to describe a prickly or thorny plant that can cause an itchy or burning sensation upon contact. Other synonyms for 'nettle' can also include annoy, irritate, vex, provoke, and exasperate, as these all suggest a sense of irritation or frustration similar to the stinging sensation caused by the plant itself.

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How to use "Nettle" in context?

Nettles are a type of plant in the nettle family, Orobanchaceae. They are tall, spread-out herbs with long, tough, stingy leaves. Nettles contain a toxin that can cause skin irritation and swelling. Some people use nettles as a natural medicine to treat conditions like arthritis, asthma, and hay fever.

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