plasher

plural plashers

1. Synonym of plash (“bent branch”).

   The bent-over branches, known as plashers, are interwoven round the uprights, […]

   1979, Ron Wilson, The Hedgerow Book, page 195

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   In cutting coppices the usual plan is to leave what is termed plashers where the underwoods are thin and require new wood; a far better plan is to plant young stuff, which is not only cheaper but makes much better underwoods.

   1860, S. G. Finney, Hints to Landlords, Tenants, and Labourers, page 33

   Synonyms: plash