Definitie & Betekenis van "spur"

Spur

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spoor, steek

a pointed extension of bone that grows from the leg or foot and is used for defense, mating rituals, or establishing dominance within a social group

What is a "spur"?

A spur is a bony projection found on the legs or wings of certain birds, particularly in roosters and some species of birds of prey. It is a specialized structure that serves various purposes depending on the species. In roosters, spurs are located on the lower leg and are used as a weapon during territorial disputes or when defending against predators. They can be sharp and pointed, capable of inflicting injury. In birds of prey, such as hawks and eagles, spurs are typically found on the wings and are used for gripping and maneuvering during flight.

aansporing, aanmoediging

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

sporen, sporen

a small metal tool worn on the rider's heel that is used to give subtle commands to a horse

aansluitspoor, takspoor

a short railway track branching off from a main line, typically leading to a specific facility

speer, buis

tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers

punt, stekel

any sharply pointed projection

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