Spiny (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.; "a horse with a short bristly mane"; "bristly shrubs"; "burred fruits"; "setaceous whiskers".
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Meaning 2
Having spines; "the dorsal fin is spinous".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The cactus plant has spiny stems that can cause injury to anyone who touches them.
- The dorsal fin is spinous, providing additional support and stability to the fish's body.
- Some species of sharks have spiny teeth that are perfect for catching and eating prey.
- The hedgehog is a small mammal with a spiny back that protects it from predators.
- The sea urchin is a marine animal with a spiny shell that defends it from being eaten.