Pronunciation: /ˈspaɪni/
adjective having or covered with spines, thorns, or prickles
A1 The hedgehog has a spiny back.
A2 I accidentally touched the spiny cactus and got pricked.
B1 The spiny sea urchin is commonly found in rocky coastal areas.
B2 The spiny lobster is a popular seafood delicacy in many coastal regions.
C1 The spiny anteater, also known as the echidna, is native to Australia.
C2 The spiny devilfish is a rare and elusive species that inhabits deep ocean waters.
formal The spiny texture of the plant's leaves acts as a natural defense mechanism against herbivores.
informal Be careful when handling that cactus, its spiny needles can be quite sharp.
slang I accidentally brushed against a spiny bush and got all scratched up.
figurative Dealing with that difficult person is like trying to navigate through a spiny maze.
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