Definition of spurs

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  • spurs is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • spurs is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • spurs is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of spurs

  • give heart or courage to (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. goad
  • a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. goad
    2. goading
    3. prod
    4. prodding
    5. spurring
    6. urging
  • a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward (noun)

    Examples

    1. cowboys know not to squat with their spurs on

    Synonyms

    1. gad
  • a railway line connected to a trunk line (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. branch line
    2. spur track
  • any sharply pointed projection (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. acantha
    2. spine
  • equip with spurs (verb)

    Examples

    1. spur horses
  • goad with spurs (verb)

    Examples

    1. the rider spurred his horse
  • incite or stimulate (verb)

    Examples

    1. The Academy was formed to spur research
  • strike with a spur (verb)
  • tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers (noun)

See definition of spurs in Merriam Webster