adjective describing something with spines or having a spine
In anatomy, 'spined' may refer to specific structures in the human body that resemble or are named after spines, such as the spinous processes of vertebrae.
In botany, 'spined' is used to describe plants or plant parts that have thorns or prickles, which can deter herbivores or provide support.
In biology, the term 'spined' is used to describe an organism or structure that has spines or sharp projections, which can serve various functions such as defense or locomotion.
In zoology, 'spined' is used to describe animals with spines or spiky protrusions, such as spined fish or echinoderms.
In literature, the term 'spined' is often used to describe a book that has a spine, which is the part of the book that connects the front and back covers and holds the pages together.
In psychology, 'spined' can be used metaphorically to describe someone who is mentally strong or resilient, like a spine that provides support and stability.
Librarians may use the term 'spined' to refer to the physical appearance of a book on a shelf, especially when organizing books by their spines.
For bookbinders, 'spined' is a technical term used to describe the process of attaching the spine of a book to its covers using various binding techniques.