Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Spicula.
Spicula - as a noun
A little spike; a spikelet.
A pointed fleshy appendage.
A thrusting javelin used by romans that replaced the pilum in the late 3rd century.
A sharp, pointed crystal, especially of ice.
A sharp, needle-like structure, especially those making up the skeleton of a sponge.
A small radial emission of gas seen in the chromosphere and corona of the sun.
Example Sentences
"The sponge is covered in tiny spicula that help it maintain its structure."
"The biologist used a microscope to examine the spicula of the sea urchin."
"The spicula of the starfish are used for protection."
"The surgeon removed the spicula from the patient's leg during the operation."
"The fossilized spicula of a prehistoric creature were discovered by archaeologists."
Word Game Points
Is SPICULA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spicula is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPICULA has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SPICULA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spicula is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPICULA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SPICULA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spicula is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPICULA has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
