What does mesquite mean?
noun
A type of tree or shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its thorns and dark wood. The wood of the mesquite tree is valued for its durability and resistance to rot.
Example
"The cowboy used a mesquite branch to stir the campfire."
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