cat's claw
"Cat's claw" can refer to various plants known for their claw-shaped thorns, as well as a tool with a similar shape.
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Definition
C1Botany
(scientific, medicinal)A tropical vine native to the Amazon rainforest, known for its hook-like thorns and medicinal properties.
Example
- Uncaria tomentosa, commonly known as cat's claw, is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.
C1Botany
(scientific)Any of several plant species with parts resembling the claw of a cat, such as Senegalia greggii and Dolichandra unguis-cati.
Example
- The cat's claw creeper is a climbing vine found in Central America.
B2Tools
(technical)A device with a curved, claw-like end used for gripping or pulling objects.
Example
- He used a cat's claw to remove the nails from the wooden board.
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