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What Does Spiny Mean?

Adjective

  • Having sharp points or thorns that stick out.
  • Covered with spikes or sharp parts.

Spiny — Full Explanation

Spiny is when something has sharp, pointy parts sticking out. For example, a sea urchin has spines all over its body.

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Spiny Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
काँटेदार (kaantedaar)

kaantedaar

काँटेदार (kaantedaar)

kaantedaar

काँटे (kaante)

kaante

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spiny

What does 'spiny' mean?
The word 'spiny' means something that has many sharp points or spikes on it, like a cactus or a sea urchin.
How do you pronounce 'spiny'?
You pronounce 'spiny' like this: spy-nee.
What is the origin of the word 'spiny'?
The word 'spiny' comes from the Old English word 'spina', which means thorn or spine.
What is the meaning of 'spiny' in Kannada?
The word 'spiny' in Kannada is 'ಕೋಳ' (Kōḷa).