1. plural of buckthorn; thorny shrubs or small trees of the genus Rhamnus, often used in landscaping or found growing wild

Examples

• The gardener planted buckthorns along the property line to create a natural barrier.
• Common buckthorns are considered invasive species in many parts of North America.
• The birds built their nests in the dense buckthorns behind the house.
• Wildlife managers are working to remove buckthorns from the nature preserve.
• The thorny buckthorns made it difficult to walk through the overgrown area.
• Sea buckthorns produce orange berries that are rich in vitamin C.