thorny [ˈθɔːnɪ]
thorny
thorny(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (with many thorns)
2. (figurative) (problematic)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g. carrot, bean).
a. espinoso (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g. carrot, bean).
Legalizing prostitution is a very thorny topic.Legalizar la prostitución es un tema muy espinoso.
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thornyadjective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (also fig)
a. espinoso(a)
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