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fishhook cactus

fish·hook cac·tus
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [fish-hoo k kak-tuh s]
    • /ˈfɪʃˌhʊk ˈkæk təs/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [fish-hoo k kak-tuh s]
    • /ˈfɪʃˌhʊk ˈkæk təs/

Definition of fishhook cactus words

  • noun fishhook cactus a large cactus, Ferocactus wislizenii, of the southwestern U.S. and Mexico, having hooked spines and red or yellow flowers. 1
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Origin of fishhook cactus

First appearance:

before 1845
One of the 33% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1845-50

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fishhook cactus popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
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