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SPINOUS

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Spinous.

Spinous - as an adjective

Having spines

Example: "The dorsal fin is spinous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spiny10
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
spineless11

Spinous - as an adjective satellite

Shaped like a spine or thorn

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acanthoid15acanthous14

Example Sentences

"The cactus had long and sharp spinous thorns."
"The fish had a spinous dorsal fin."
"The doctor explained that the patient had spinous processes in his spine."
"The spinous leaves of the plant were often avoided by animals."
"The spinous caterpillar had venomous spines."
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Word Game Points

Is SPINOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spinous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPINOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SPINOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spinous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPINOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SPINOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spinous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPINOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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