bracken
2 synonyms for bracken, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tough, fast-spreading fern that grows in dense patches on hillsides and moorland; toxic to grazing animals if eaten in quantity.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pasture brake
How to use bracken
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thick bracken
a bed of bracken
bracken-covered hillside
Etymology
From Middle English braken, likely of Old Norse origin, related to a root meaning "to break" — probably describing how the fronds snap.
Full origin of bracken →Frequently asked questions
What does “bracken” mean?
The word “bracken” means a tough, fast-spreading fern that grows in dense patches on hillsides and moorland; toxic to grazing animals if eaten in quantity. In plain terms, a common wild fern found on hills and open ground, often growing in large, dense stretches.
How do you pronounce “bracken”?
“Bracken” is pronounced BRA-kuhn (/ˈbɹækən/ in IPA).
How do you use “bracken” in a sentence?
Here is “bracken” used in a sentence: “The hillside was covered in thick bracken turning golden brown in autumn.”
What part of speech is “bracken”?
“Bracken” is a noun.
Where does the word “bracken” come from?
The word “bracken” comes from Middle English. From Middle English braken, likely of Old Norse origin, related to a root meaning "to break" — probably describing how the fronds snap.
