What does the cryptic crossword clue "Thorny plant becomes coated, they say (5)" mean?

The definition is "Thorny plant". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). homophone/"they say" of 'furs' 'fur' can be an intransitive verb meaning 'to become coated' The answer is FURZE.

Thorny plant becomes coated, they say (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29040 | 16 Across | 2023-04-10 flower

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