Spurs
Spurs (noun) means plural of spur, the spiked riding devices worn on boot heels. Example: “He polished his spurs before the rodeo.”
How to use Spurs
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe plural of spur, or a common nickname for teams like Tottenham Hotspur.
Word forms
Spurses plural
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Spurs” mean?
The word “Spurs” means plural of spur, the spiked riding devices worn on boot heels. In plain terms, the plural of spur, or a common nickname for teams like Tottenham Hotspur.
How do you pronounce “Spurs”?
“Spurs” is pronounced spurz (/spɜː(ɹ)z/ in IPA).
How do you use “Spurs” in a sentence?
Here is “Spurs” used in a sentence: “He polished his spurs before the rodeo.”
What part of speech is “Spurs”?
Depending on how it is used, “Spurs” can be a noun and a name.
Is “Spurs” a common word?
“Spurs” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Spurs” have?
“Spurs” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: plural of spur, the spiked riding devices worn on boot heels.
Why is Tottenham Hotspur called Spurs?
Spurs is a short, informal form of the club's full name, Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Fans and journalists use it as the standard nickname for the London football club.
Which teams are called Spurs?
Two famous teams share the nickname: Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in English football and the San Antonio Spurs in American basketball. Context usually makes it clear — in UK football coverage Spurs almost always means Tottenham, while in NBA coverage it means San Antonio.
What are spurs on boots used for?
Spurs are spiked devices worn on the heels of riding boots. Riders use them to give the horse clear, precise signals with the leg, and they also feature in traditional cowboy and cavalry dress.