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spike in Catalan

spike in Catalan is urpa, espiga — spike means a large, pointed piece of metal, or anything shaped like one.

spike in Catalan

urpa
noun
A sort of very large nail.
espiga
noun
An ear of corn or grain.

What does "spike" mean?

  1. noun A large, pointed piece of metal, or anything shaped like one.
    "He hammered a spike into the ground to hold the tent."
  2. noun A sudden, sharp increase, especially on a graph or in a price.
    "The chart showed a sudden spike in visitors just after lunchtime."
  3. verb To add alcohol or a drug to a drink, usually without the other person knowing.
    "Be careful: a friend of mine says somebody spiked his drink."
  4. verb To rise sharply and suddenly.
    "Sales spiked in December as shoppers rushed to buy gifts."
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spike in a sentence

  • He hammered a spike into the ground to hold the tent.
  • Runners wear shoes with small spikes to grip the track.
  • The chart showed a sudden spike in visitors just after lunchtime.
  • There was a spike in demand for masks during the outbreak.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "spike" in Catalan?
"spike" in Catalan is urpa, espiga. spike means: A large, pointed piece of metal, or anything shaped like one.
How do you use "spike" in a sentence?
Example: "He hammered a spike into the ground to hold the tent." In Catalan, "spike" is urpa, espiga.
Are there other ways to say "spike" in Catalan?
Yes — Catalan has 2 translations listed for "spike": urpa, espiga.
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