A large shrub or small tree, Prunus spinosa, that is native to Europe, western Asia, and north Africa. It has a dark bark and bears thorns.
A stick or staff taken from this tree.
Anything that can be used as a threat to force one's will on another.
A short heavy club with a rounded head used as a weapon.
To strike with a cudgel.
To exercise (one's wits or brains).