spiky
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Adjective — Covered with sharp points; having spikes.
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Etymology
From spike (“kind of inflorescence in which sessile flowers are arranged on an unbranched elongated axis”) + -y (suffix forming adjectives with the sense “having the quality of”). Spike is derived from Middle English spik, spike (“ear of grain; clove of garlic; plant having spikes; plant of the genus Valeriana, especia...
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What does “spiky” mean?
The word “spiky” means covered with sharp points; having spikes. In plain terms, full of sharp points, or (of a person) touchy and abrasive.
How do you pronounce “spiky”?
“Spiky” is pronounced SPEYE-kee (/ˈspaɪki/ in IPA).
How do you use “spiky” in a sentence?
Here is “spiky” used in a sentence: “The cactus had a mass of spiky needles.”
What part of speech is “spiky”?
“Spiky” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “spiky” have?
“Spiky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered with sharp points; having spikes.