spine
spine /spaɪn/
noun
1. [countable] the row of bones down the centre of your back that supports your body and protects your spinal cord
SYN backbone ⇨ spinal
2. [countable] a stiff sharp point on an animal or plant ⇨ spiny:
cactus spines
3. [countable] the part of a book that the pages are fastened onto
4. [uncountable] courage or determination
spine /spaɪn/
noun Date: 1300-1400
Language: Latin
Origin: spina
Language: Latin
Origin: spina
1. [countable] the row of bones down the centre of your back that supports your body and protects your spinal cord
SYN backbone ⇨ spinal
2. [countable] a stiff sharp point on an animal or plant ⇨ spiny:
3. [countable] the part of a book that the pages are fastened onto
4. [uncountable] courage or determination