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Spine
01
colonne vertébrale
the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
Exemples
Proper posture helps maintain the natural alignment of the spine and prevents back pain.
Une posture correcte aide à maintenir l'alignement naturel de la colonne vertébrale et prévient les maux de dos.
02
a small, sharp-pointed tip on a plant, such as a leaf or stem, resembling a spike
Exemples
Roses have spines to protect against herbivores.
03
épine dorsale
a sharp, rigid projection or appendage on an animal, such as a porcupine quill, a bony ridge, or a fin ray
Exemples
Fish have spines supporting their fins.
04
dos
the outer edge or binding of a book that encloses the inner pages and faces outward when shelved
Exemples
She read the title on the spine before pulling the book from the shelf.
05
a sharp, pointed projection or protuberance
Exemples
Icicles hung from the roof like frozen spines.
06
courage, force de caractère
inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
SlangExemples
She showed spine by presenting her ideas despite opposition.
Elle a fait preuve de courage en présentant ses idées malgré l'opposition.
Arbre Lexical
spineless
spine
