spine
spine
spaɪn
spain
British pronunciation
/spˈa‍ɪn/

Definitie en betekenis van "spine"in het Engels

01

wervelkolom

the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
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spine definition and meaning
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The x-ray revealed a curvature in the spine, indicating a case of scoliosis.
De röntgenfoto toonde een kromming in de wervelkolom, wat wijst op een geval van scoliose.
02

a small, sharp-pointed tip on a plant, such as a leaf or stem, resembling a spike

spine definition and meaning
example
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The plant 's spines make it difficult to handle.
03

a sharp, rigid projection or appendage on an animal, such as a porcupine quill, a bony ridge, or a fin ray

example
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The lizard raised its spines in defense.
04

the outer edge or binding of a book that encloses the inner pages and faces outward when shelved

example
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Decorative lettering adorned the spine of the volume.
05

a sharp, pointed projection or protuberance

example
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Certain minerals form natural crystalline spines.
06

moed, karaktersterkte

inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
SlangSlang
example
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He needed some spine to challenge the client's unreasonable demands.
Hij had wat moed nodig om de onredelijke eisen van de klant aan te vechten.
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