spur in German

A rigid implement, often roughly y-shaped, that is fixed to one's heel for the purpose of prodding a horse. Often worn by, and emblematic of, the cowboy or the knight.

(figurative) Anything that inspires or motivates, as a spur does a horse.

(architecture) A projection from the round base of a column, occupying the angle of a square plinth upon which the base rests, or bringing the bottom bed of the base to a nearly square form. It is generally carved in leafage.

(transitive) To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object