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Meaning of word spur from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something.

Example : The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves.

Synonyms : goad, goading, prod, prodding, spurring, urging

Meaning : Any sharply pointed projection.

Synonyms : acantha, spine

Meaning : Tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers.

Meaning : A sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward.

Example : Cowboys know not to squat with their spurs on.

Synonyms : gad

Meaning : A railway line connected to a trunk line.

Synonyms : branch line, spur track

Meaning : Incite or stimulate.

Example : The Academy was formed to spur research.

Meaning : Give heart or courage to.

Synonyms : goad

Meaning : Strike with a spur.

Meaning : Goad with spurs.

Example : The rider spurred his horse.

Meaning : Equip with spurs.

Example : Spur horses.

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An event that results in a transformation.

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Interrupt before its natural or planned end.

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Give, sell, or transfer to another.

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A medical instrument for listening to the sounds generated inside the body.

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Destroy completely.

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In a productive way.

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The amount a salary is increased.

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(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number.

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Cut away in small pieces.