The phrase 'green sticks' is not a standard English term and might refer to metaphorical or specialized contexts. It could mean unseasoned or fresh tree branches that are still green and might refer to an inexperienced or novice situation or person in a context where 'green' signifies inexperience or immaturity.
/grén sticks/
A counterpoise or counterbalancing item, especially in trade or when referring to a sum of money or goods used to offset trade deficits or other imbalances.
/ˈkaʊntərˌveɪlz/
A lance, a long spear or javelin, formerly used by the Nama and especially by the Damara and Hottentot peoples of southern Africa. It was a distinctive weapon, typically made of wood and often decorated with feathers or horsehair.
/ˈasəɡaɪ/
The quality or state of being simple-minded, characterized by a lack of intelligence, sophistication, or understanding; characterized by a narrow or uncomplex approach to problems that lacks depth or subtlety.
/ˈsɪmpl.mɪn.dɪ.θɪ.zɪ.zɪz/
Actions or measures taken to change or improve a situation, often in medical or social contexts. Can also refer to formal or informal steps taken in a conflict to bring about a resolution or to prevent escalation.
/ˌɪntəˈveɪʃənz/
A thin layer of protective tissue covering the outer surface of an organism, often serving as a barrier against moisture and other external factors; in plants, it refers to the waxy layer that forms the epidermis of leaves and stems.
/ˈkjuː.tɪ.kjʊ.lə/
The act, process, or state of quieting or calming down; a period or state of rest or calmness, especially after excitement, activity, or unrest.
/ˈsteɪlɪŋ/
A rare mineral composed of magnesium silicate, usually occurring in tabular prismatic crystals. It is a member of the pyroxene group and is typically found in metamorphic rocks.
/ˈmɑːrməˌtaɪt/
In a way that creates or enforces social reality by the mere act of saying or doing something.
/pərˈfɔːrmtɪv/
Terebrants refer to animals or structures that bore into or penetrate substances with pointed or sharp projections. They often refer to specialized mouthparts found in certain insects, such as moths or butterflies, which help them feed on the inside of leaves or fruits, or to structures that can burrow or penetrate soil or other materials.
/təˈrbrənt/