bracken
The origin and history of bracken.
Etymology
From Middle English braken, likely of Old Norse origin, related to a root meaning "to break" — probably describing how the fronds snap.
The origin and history of bracken.
From Middle English braken, likely of Old Norse origin, related to a root meaning "to break" — probably describing how the fronds snap.
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