Cactus Cacti
What do you call the prickly things on cacti (cactuses?)?
the ***** is p r i c k. Apparently Yahoo blacks it incase you don't want to use it has a verb.
You know, the little things that prick you when you touch them?
And if you know this, are the prickly things on stinging nettles called them same thing?
Thanks!
And also, not sure if yours is like this too, but the first additional details and the question are switched.
Cacti have spines.
Stinging nettles have hairs that contain formic acid, so it's a chemical and not a spine that hurts.
A noun is the part of speech that is used to name or label an abstract idea, a person, place, animal or thing. Nouns are usually some of the first words an infant learns, understands, and uses. There are many different types of nouns, as well as differing uses.
These proceeding sentences contain words in bold, which are all different types of nouns:
Avant-garde is a celebrated type of art.
The onset of summer brought cheer to many.
Computer graduates have good jobs awaiting them.
Was Nietzche an existentialist?
Ella Fitzgerald is one of the most popular jazz singers in history.
As you will have noticed, nouns vary depending on the type and usage. Nouns can be used in sentences as a subject, a subject complement, an indirect object, a direct object, an object complement, an adjective, an adverb, or an appositive. This article shows some of the uses and types of nouns.
Plural Nouns
Many nouns are changed from the singular form into the plural form to suggest a number of two or more with the addition of "s" or "es." Other nouns of the singular form can be turned into the plural form by changing the last letter of the word before affixing "s." There are varied rules for different words. Some words that end in the letter F will be changed into the plural form by erasing the "f" and appending "ves". Words that end in "y" turn into plural by removing of the "y" and the addition of "ies."
Examples:
Rash (singular) - rashes (plural)
Fruit (singular) - fruits (plural)
Story (singular) - stories (plural)
Half (singular) - halves (plural)
Some nouns irregularly form the plural. A speaker or writer who is well-versed in the language will have a good understanding of what these words are. Seek out a dependable reference, such as language websites or a highly regarded dictionary.
Examples:
Criterion (singular) - criteria (plural)
Cactus (singular) - cacti (plural)
Gender in Nouns
Nearly all common nouns, such as "helper" or "student", can be used to label both women and men. In the past, gender would alter the form of lots of nouns, with the addition of "ess," among other suffixes, to the male form of the noun. Due to recognition of gender equality, it is very uncommon for gender-specific nouns to be used in present times. However, some nouns with male and female forms still survive today, primarily in categories that pertain to occupations.
Aside from the types and uses brought up above, there are other types of nouns with differing purposes. If English is your second (or third) language, it is best to familiarize yourself with well-written English literature in order to become more confident in your use of nouns and other parts of speech.
Cactus : Lophophora
|
|
Fast Weigh MS-500-BLK Digital Pocket Scale, 500 by 0.1 G $3.19 Introducing the M-Series from Fast Weigh Scales! This hip little scale is one of the hottest and most economical scales on the market today! The removable cover keeps the scale protected when not in use and also doubles as an expansion tray. Just replace the plastic cover when your done using it, and you can safely toss the scale in your handbag or pocket with no worries.... |
|
|
Furniture Set $10.19 Check it out! This high grade 3mm plywood 3D Wooden puzzle kit is fun and easy to assemble! This puzzle kit comes individually shrink-wrapped with instructions & sandpaper included. Simply push out the pre-cut pieces and put them together in the appropriate slots. It can be finished with paint or varnish or left in natural wood. 3D Wodden puzzles are great for both children and adults, providing a... |
|
|
Miracle-Gro Cactus, Palm, & Citrus Soil - 8 Quart $3.61 A specially blended mixture of organic materials, sand, and perlite that is excellent for growing cacti and succulents. Contains bone meal as a source of phosphorus to help promote blooming and root growth. Organic matter helps prevent soil compaction, im... |
|
|
Ultra Sonic Boogie: Live 1971 $8.99 ... |
|
|
Music [CD +DVD Combo] $10.51 ... |
|
|
Fully Unleashed: The Live Gigs, Vol. 2 $30.98 Limited Edition of 5000 Disc One Disc Two: Live recording of the last ever concert performed at Gilligan's in upstate New York by the legendary supergrou... |
|
|
Wild Cactus [VHS] $11.98 ... |
|
|
WWE Royal Rumble 2000 [VHS] $10.19 ... |
|
|
Cactus Flower [VHS] $9.95 ... |
|
|
Saguaro Cactus Bedside, Desk and Table Lamps The Saguaro Cactus Table Lamp is all acrylic enhancing the esthetic feeling of a room through the reflection and diffraction of light within the organic lines of its form. Available in a variety of colors this lamp can take 60 or 100W bulbs and is available for purchase in US, Asian and European markets. The Saguaro Cactus lamp is also available in three sizes, each with acrylic based shades tha... |
|
|
Glentronics PL-1 Intelligent Plant Light $39.95 The Intelligent Plant Light contains a computer chip that automatically changes the amount of light your plants get with each season... |
|
|
Cactus Flower $8.55 TONI BELIEVES THAT THE HER MARRIED LOVER, JULIAN, WON'T LEAVE HIS WIFE BECAUSE OF THE CHILDREN. IN TRUTH, JULIAN DOESN'T HAVE ANY CHILDREN. IN FACT, HE'S NOT EVEN MARRIED - HE JUST TELLSWOMEN THAT TO AVOID GETTING INVOLVED.... |
|
|
Too Tough To Die (Starz Inside) $9.97 Studio: Starz/sphe Release Date: 11/04/2008 Run time: 76 minutes... |
|
|
P57 Hoodia Cactus Slimming Capsules 100% Original Botanical Slimming capsule $4.99 P57 Hoodia is made of natural plant Hoodia Cactus in Kalahari Desert, South Africa; Extract the effective ingredient P57 by the concentration rate of 20: 1 with the most advanced bio-technology. P57 could directly enter into the neurocyte of sub thalamus; Send signals of full blood sugar to cerebra, to helpful to reduce the absorption of caloric, shed fat naturally. The auxiliary element Evening P... |
|
|
Natural SISAL long handle BACK SCRUBBER BATH Body brush $8.95 This long handled wooden scrub brush makes it easy to reach your back without twisting or stretching. The stiff bristles give a stimulating scrub, dry or with soap and water, to leave skin soft, smooth and glowing.... |
