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spur in Irish

spur in Irish is brod, spor — spur means a spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.

spur in Irish

brod

noun

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.

spor

noun

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.

What does "spur" mean?

noun A spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.
"The cowboy pressed his spurs gently into the horse's sides."
noun Something that motivates or drives someone to act.
"Fear of failure was the spur that pushed her to work harder."
noun A ridge or side branch jutting out from something larger, such as a mountain range or road.
"A narrow spur road connects the village to the main highway."
verb To urge someone or something into action.
"The coach's speech spurred the team on to a second-half comeback."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

spur in a sentence

The cowboy pressed his spurs gently into the horse's sides.
Fear of failure was the spur that pushed her to work harder.
Competition can be a powerful spur to innovation.
A narrow spur road connects the village to the main highway.

Similar words in Irish

goad incentive stimulus

Common Irish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "spur" in Irish?

"spur" in Irish is brod, spor. spur means: A spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.

How do you use "spur" in a sentence?

Example: "The cowboy pressed his spurs gently into the horse's sides." In Irish, "spur" is brod, spor.

Are there other ways to say "spur" in Irish?

Yes — Irish has 2 translations listed for "spur": brod, spor.

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