buckthorn Definition
any of several shrubs or small trees of the genus Rhamnus, having small flowers and fruit and including some species used as purgatives.
Using buckthorn: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buckthorn" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Buckthorn is often used in herbal medicine as a laxative.
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The berries of the buckthorn plant are poisonous to humans.
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The bark of the buckthorn tree is used to make a yellow dye.
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Summary: buckthorn in Brief
The term 'buckthorn' [buhk-thawrn] refers to several shrubs or small trees of the genus Rhamnus. Some species of buckthorn are used as purgatives in herbal medicine, while others have poisonous berries. The bark of the buckthorn tree can be used to make a yellow dye.
