Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

briary

Adjective
/ˈbraɪəri/
Definition
Characterized by or covered with briars; thorny or prickly.
Examples
  • The briary path was overgrown with thorns, making it challenging to walk.
  • They discovered a briary thicket while hiking in the forest.
  • She carefully traversed the briary landscape to avoid getting scratched.
Meaning
The term ‘briary’ describes an area or a plant that has many thorny bushes or briars, making it difficult to navigate. It is often used to portray rugged and wild terrains filled with dense, thorny foliage.
Synonyms
  • Thorny
  • Prickly
  • Brambly
  • Spiky
  • Jagged