adjective
having or covered with spines, thorns, or prickles
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The spiny texture of the plant's leaves acts as a natural defense mechanism against herbivores.
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Be careful when handling that cactus, its spiny needles can be quite sharp.
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I accidentally brushed against a spiny bush and got all scratched up.
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Dealing with that difficult person is like trying to navigate through a spiny maze.