noun Uncommon

spikes

Spikes (noun) means Athletic shoes fitted with small metal points on the sole for extra grip, especially in track events. Example: “The sprinter changed into her spikes just before the race.”

noun

Athletic shoes fitted with small metal points on the sole for extra grip, especially in track events.

"The sprinter changed into her spikes just before the race."

How to use spikes

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRunning shoes with metal points on the bottom for traction.

Common pairings

a pair of spikes track spikes

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spikes” mean?

The word “spikes” means athletic shoes fitted with small metal points on the sole for extra grip, especially in track events. In plain terms, running shoes with metal points on the bottom for traction.

How do you use “spikes” in a sentence?

Here is “spikes” used in a sentence: “The sprinter changed into her spikes just before the race.”

What part of speech is “spikes”?

“Spikes” is a noun.

Is “spikes” a common word?

“Spikes” is an uncommon word in modern English.