Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carrapicho
noun
kah-rah-PEE-tcho
Definition
A type of plant belonging to the family Asteraceae, commonly found in South America, known for its sharp bristles or hooks.
Examples
- The carrapicho plant is often found in fields and forests.
- Many farmers consider carrapicho a nuisance because it can cling to livestock.
- Children playing outside often get carrapicho stuck to their clothes.
Meaning
Carrapicho refers to a plant that typically has barbed seeds or prickles, which can attach to animal fur, clothing, or skin, often causing irritation.
Synonyms
- burdock
- hitchhiker
- cocklebur