Definition of the word spiky

Pronunciation of vocabulary spiky

spikyadjective

Spiky

/ˈspaɪki//ˈspaɪki/

Origin of the word spiky

"Spiky" is a relatively modern word, originating from the adjective "spiky," which describes something with sharp, pointed projections. The word "spiky" emerged from the Old English word "spic" meaning "spike," a pointed object. The suffix "-y" was added to form the adjective "spiky" in the 19th century, signifying something possessing the quality of having spikes. Its widespread use solidified in the 20th century, becoming a common descriptor for objects and even personalities characterized by their sharp, protruding nature.

Vocabulary summary spiky

typeadjective

meaning(botany) cottony

meaningcottony

meaningpointed; pointed

Example of vocabulary spikynamespace

meaning

having sharp points

có điểm sắc nét

  • spiky plants, such as cacti

    cây có gai, chẳng hạn như xương rồng

  • It has spiky leaves, tinged with a delicate pink around the edges.

    Nó có những chiếc lá nhọn, nhuốm màu hồng tinh tế xung quanh mép.

meaning

sticking straight up from the head

dính thẳng lên từ đầu

  • He had spiky hair, strong opinions and a wacky sense of humour.

    Anh ta có mái tóc nhọn, ý kiến ​​​​mạnh mẽ và khiếu hài hước lập dị.

meaning

easily annoyed or offended

dễ dàng khó chịu hoặc bị xúc phạm

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