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crampons — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • cleats noun Athletic shoes with studs or ridges on the sole for grip on grass or turf; also the studs themselves.
  • spike noun A large, pointed piece of metal, or anything shaped like one.
  • spikes noun Athletic shoes fitted with small metal points on the sole for extra grip, especially in track events.
  • studs noun Small metal or rubber protrusions on the sole of a shoe or boot to improve grip.

Senses

crampons is used for these senses in English:

  • studs Tires with metal protrusions used for improved traction on snow and ice in winter.

spike — full definition

  1. noun A large, pointed piece of metal, or anything shaped like one.
  2. noun A sudden, sharp increase, especially on a graph or in a price.
  3. verb To add alcohol or a drug to a drink, usually without the other person knowing.
  4. verb To rise sharply and suddenly.

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