ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD THISTLE
Old English thīstel, related to Old Saxon, Old High German thīstil, Old Norse thīstill.
Definition of thistle in the English dictionary
The definition of thistle in the dictionary is any of numerous plants of the genera Cirsium, Carduus, and related genera, having prickly-edged leaves, pink, purple, yellow, or white dense flower heads, and feathery hairs on the seeds: family Asteraceae. Other definition of thistle is a thistle, or a representation of one, as the national emblem of Scotland.
TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «THISTLE»
The term «thistle» is very widely used and occupies the
21.751 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «THISTLE»
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thistle in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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The
Thistle and the Drone: How America's War on Terror ...
Argues that the campaigns that fall under "The War on Terror" have exacerbated the already-broken relationship between central Islamic governments and the tribal societies within their borders.
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Impaled Upon a
Thistle: Scotland Since 1880
This closing volume of the ten-volume New Edinburgh History of Scotland analyses in detail the transformation of Scotland from the Victorian period-dominated by the Liberal party, the Presbyterian chruches, the British empire and hearvy ...
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That Night on
Thistle Lane
www.CarlaNeggers.com "This chilling paranormal thriller from bestseller Graham...will leave readers well satisfied.
Four short graphic stories explore the darkness in the human soul and the many ways that it can strike unexpectedly at the innocent and unsuspecting.
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Cats Of
Thistle Hill: A Mostly Peaceable Kingdom
oduces readers to his feline companions, and to the dogs, horses, cows, and even a llama with whom they share a "mostly peaceable kingdom." "Full of warmth and charm . . . delightful."--Alix Madrigal, San Francisco Chronicle. Photos.
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The
Thistle and the Brier: Historical Links and Cultural ...
This book explores the parallels and connections between Scotland and Southern Appalachia, with special attention to the interplay between revivals of folk culture, native languages, and dialects in Scotland and Appalachia since the 1970s.
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The
Thistle and the Jade: A Celebration of 175 Years of ...
The Thistle and The Jade assembles contributions from leading historians, old Jardine hands, and figures from the more recent history of the firm, to chronicle how this happened.
Maggie Keswick, Clara Weatherall, 2008
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Canada
Thistle Management Systems for Sustainable and ...
Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense) is a vigorous, competitive perennial weed that is difficult to control in both conventional and organic farming systems.
Louise Tenney, MH, investigates how milk thistle, also known as silymarin, enhances liver function for optimal liver health. She also covers milk thistle's history, traditional and contemporary uses, and other therapeutic applications.
Woodland Publishing, Louise Tenney, 1995
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Thistle and Rose: A Study of Hugh MacDiarmid's Poetry
By examining the poems chronologically and sympathetically and by exploring the relationship of language, formal dynamics, image, and theme, this study attempts to discover the essence of MacDiarmid's highly individual contribution to the ...
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «THISTLE»
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thistle is used in the context of the following news items.
Astra Giurgiu 0-0 Inverness Caledonian Thistle (1-0 agg): Scots …
Inverness Caledonian Thistle's great Europa League adventure withered and died in the fearsome heat of Romania's border country but the team's refusal to wilt ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
FK Astra Giurgiu Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Caley Thistle were struggling to regain the control they had when the game was goalless, though, and Williams made a decent stop from another Budescu ... «ESPN FC, Jul 15»
Partick Thistle striker Kris Doolan: We'll frighten our opponents on …
Thistle unveiled their new kit at Glasgow's George Square yesterday in front of hundreds of fans and bemused workers on their lunch breaks but Kingsley was ... «Scottish Daily Record, Jun 15»
This Soccer Team's New Mascot Will Haunt Your Every Waking …
The Scottish soccer team Partick Thistle has a new mascot, and it's caused quite a stir on social media. The new mascot was designed by artist David Shrigley ... «TIME, Jun 15»
Inverness Caledonian Thistle beat Falkirk to win Scottish Cup final …
Inverness Caledonian Thistle's Graeme Shinnie lifts the trophy after winning the William Hill Scottish FA Cup final. Photograph: Russell Cheyne/Reuters. «The Guardian, May 15»
Motherwell 0 Partick Thistle 0: Well make NINE changes to keep …
Ian Baraclough's shadow side laboured to a 0-0 draw against Partick Thistle as the Lanarkshire men claimed only their fifth point after the Premiership split. «Scottish Daily Record, May 15»
Steven Lawless hit with six-game ban after Partick Thistle winger …
The Partick Thistle winger placed money on 20 games in season 2012-13, 268 matches in 2013-14 and 225 games this season. However, there is no ... «Daily Mail, May 15»
John Hughes: From painter and decorator to Caley Thistle mastermind
JOHN HUGHES is aiming for a gloss finish to the season after revealing he would have returned to painting and decorating if Inverness Caley Thistle hadn't ... «Express.co.uk, May 15»
Inverness Caley Thistle's twitter account went into full meltdown after …
Edward Ofere then put Caley Thistle ahead in extra-time before John Guidetti replied for the champions. David Raven secured the win with only a few minutes ... «mirror.co.uk, Apr 15»
Celtic 2-0 Partick Thistle: Ronny Deila's side stroll to victory thanks to …
The home side laid siege to the Thistle defence at the start of the match but had to rely on a Kris Commons penalty a minute before the break to give them the ... «Daily Mail, Apr 15»
