boxthorn

[ boks-thawrn ]

noun

1. matrimony vine.

boxthorn

/ ˈbɒksˌθɔːn /

noun

1. another name for matrimony vine

Word History and Origins

Origin of boxthorn¹

First recorded in 1670–80; box ³ + thorn

Example Sentences

Other favored horses�Today, who bruised a heel day before the race; Boxthorn, who had a sentimental following; Plat Eye, who tired after a mile�were far back in the field of 18.

From Time Magazine Archive

In these are entered Boxthorn and Balladier who have this year helped to make Colonel Bradley the leading owner at the track.

From Time Magazine Archive

Three days later, Colonel Bradley was consoled when Boxthorn won the Saratoga Special.

From Time Magazine Archive

The name Buckthorn is from the German buxdorn, boxthorn, hartshorn.

From Project Gutenberg