Cierniki

Cierniki is a Polish word that refers to a thorny or prickly plant, often specifically a species of thistle or a similar plant characterized by thorns. It can also refer to a place overgrown with such thorny vegetation. The word is derived from the Polish word "cierń," meaning thorn. In some contexts, "cierniki" can also metaphorically describe a difficult or troublesome situation, alluding to the discomfort and obstruction caused by thorns. Depending on the regional dialect, the exact plant species referred to as "cierniki" may vary.