Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Spines.
Spines - as a noun
The series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord
Example: "The fall broke his back"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backbackbonerachisspinal columnvertebral columnHypernyms (Closely Related)
skeletal structureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prickerpricklespikeletstickerthornHypernyms (Closely Related)
aculeusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved
Example: "The title and author were printed on the spine of the book"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backboneExample Sentences
"Porcupines have long, sharp spines on their backs."
"The artist carefully painted the spines of the cacti."
"She traced her finger along the spines of the books on the shelf."
"The porcupine raised its spines as a warning sign."
"Porcupines have long spines on their backs."
Word Game Points
Is SPINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spines is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is SPINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is SPINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spines is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
