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awn in German

awn in German is Granne — awn means a thin, bristle-like growth found on the seed heads of grasses such as barley and oats.

awn in German

Granne
noun
The bristle or beard of barley, oats, grasses, etc., or any similar bristlelike appendage; arista.

What does "awn" mean?

  1. noun A thin, bristle-like growth found on the seed heads of grasses such as barley and oats.
    "The awn on the barley ear caught in her sleeve."
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awn in a sentence

  • The awn on the barley ear caught in her sleeve.
  • Awns can work their way into an animal's skin if not removed.

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What is "awn" in German?
"awn" in German is Granne. awn means: A thin, bristle-like growth found on the seed heads of grasses such as barley and oats.
How do you use "awn" in a sentence?
Example: "The awn on the barley ear caught in her sleeve." In German, "awn" is Granne.
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