Spicule

Pronunciation: /ˈspɪkjul/

Definitions of spicule

noun a small, needle-like structure or crystal found in various organisms such as sponges or echinoderms

Example Sentences

A1 The sponge has tiny spicules on its surface.

A2 The scientist studied the spicules of the starfish under a microscope.

B1 The spicules of the sea urchin provide protection against predators.

B2 The spicules of the coral reef are essential for its structural integrity.

C1 The spicules of the glass sponge are made of silica and have unique properties.

C2 The intricate network of spicules in certain marine organisms is a marvel of evolutionary adaptation.

Examples of spicule in a Sentence

formal The scientist observed the spicule under the microscope to study its structure.

informal I think I found a tiny spicule in the sand while walking on the beach.

slang Be careful not to step on those spicules, they can hurt your feet!

figurative His sharp words were like spicules, piercing through her heart.

Grammatical Forms of spicule

• past tense: spiculed
• plural: spicules
• comparative: more spicule
• superlative: most spicule
• present tense: spicules
• future tense: will spicule
• perfect tense: have spiculed
• continuous tense: is spiculing
• singular: spicule
• positive degree: spicule
• infinitive: to spicule
• gerund: spiculing
• participle: spiculing

Origin and Evolution of spicule

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'spicule' is derived from the Latin word 'spiculum', meaning a small pointed object or spike.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of biology to describe small pointed structures found in organisms, the term 'spicule' has evolved to also refer to small sharp fragments or particles in various contexts.