Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Whatchamacallit as ‘something that is hard to classify or whose name is unknown or forgotten’ (Thingamajig)
It is also used to refer to gadgets or parts of things that might not even have a commonly known name.
In the above photo, I came across leaves having thorns. I don’t know what this tree is and the first time I have come across leaves with projecting spikes.
This reminded me of the famous idiom ‘Thorn in the Flesh’
“Thorn in the flesh is nothing compared to a thorn in the conscience” Adrian Rogers
Later I realized that they are not thorns. They are spines. Botanical Jargon!
What are thorns, spines, and Prickles?
Botanically, thorns are derived from shoots, spines are derived from leaves, and Prickles are derived from the epidermal tissue of the plant. The spines of the leaf discourage the animals from eating.
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Namaste🙏🙏🙏
Philosophy Through Photography
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This post is part of Debbie Smyth’s One Word Sunday – whatchamacallit
Philosophy Through Photography 
I adore your posts! They are so informative!
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Thank you so much Lauren B.
It means a lot to me.
Thanks again for your kind and encouraging words.
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I am thankful to you and other members of the blogosphere for continued support and encouragement
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You out smarted me on this challenge. I have photos of a leaf with those thorns. Dah, I didn’t think of that.
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Thank you Cee Neuner.I am humbled.
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Well thank you very much for informing me on something I didn’t know I wanted to know.
Love the stuff
Laugh more than yesterday
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ha ha to day I laughed wholeheartedly!
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Amazing photo!
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Brilliant! And ouch! isn’t nature clever – it can look very appealing and yet also be well armoured.
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Than you Debbie.It means a lot to me.
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