spinous Definition and Meaning in English (spinous definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Spinous definition: Having spines or thorns; covered with or resembling spines.

Definitions of Spinous

  1. 1adjective

    Having spines or thorns; covered with or resembling spines.

Example Sentences

formal

“The spinous process of the vertebra is a prominent projection.”

casual

“Some plants have spinous leaves to deter herbivores.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounspine
nounspinousness
adjectivespiny

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Spinous definition: Having spines or thorns; covered with or resembling spines.
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'Spinous' translates to 'spinous' in English. Spinous definition: Having spines or thorns; covered with or resembling spines.
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