awn
Pronunciación: [ɔːn]
Palabra
Contexto: «botany»
(noun) Awn is a long, thin part that sticks out from some plants, especially grasses. It's like a tiny hair that helps the plant with seed dispersal.
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The grass had long awns that waved gently in the wind.
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The plant without awns looked plain and less interesting.
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Do you know why some plants have awns?
Contexto: «animal biology»
(noun) Awn can also refer to a bristle or stiff hair, especially found on some animals. These can help protect the animals or make them look bigger to predators.
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The horse had long, shiny awns that made it look majestic.
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Without awns, the animal's coat looked dull and less healthy.
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What purpose do the awns on that animal serve?
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