What does hawthorn mean?
A thorny shrub or small tree with white or pink flowers, often found in hedgerows. The hawthorn is also known as the may tree or whitethorn.
Example
"The hawthorn tree bloomed beautifully in the spring, its white flowers attracting many bees and butterflies."
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