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SPINY

(adj., adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Spiny.

Spiny - as an adjective

Having spines

Example: "The dorsal fin is spinous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spinous9

Spiny - as an adjective satellite

Having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.

Example: "A horse with a short bristly mane"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
barbed11barbellate14briary11briery11bristled11bristly12burred9burry10prickly18setaceous11setose6thorny12

Example Sentences

"The hedgehog has a spiny back."
"The cactus is covered in spiny needles."
"She accidentally touched the spiny sea urchin."
"The spiny lobster is a delicacy in some regions."
"The spiny lizard quickly scurried up the tree."
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Word Game Points

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

SPINY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SPINY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spiny is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPINY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

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

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