Spine
01
ryggrad
the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
Exempel
The surgeon carefully examined the patient 's spine to assess the extent of the injury.
Kirurgen undersökte noggrant patientens ryggrad för att bedöma omfattningen av skadan.
Proper posture helps maintain the natural alignment of the spine and prevents back pain.
Korrekt hållning hjälper till att upprätthålla den naturliga inriktningen av ryggraden och förhindrar ryggsmärtor.
02
tagg, pigg
a sharp pointed part that grows on some animals and plants as a means of protection
Exempel
The porcupine 's spine can pierce skin easily.
Fish have spines supporting their fins.
03
rygg, inbindning
the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover
Exempel
The book 's spine was cracked from frequent use.
She read the title on the spine before pulling the book from the shelf.
04
tagg, pigg
a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
Exempel
The cactus is covered with spines along its stems.
Roses have spines to protect against herbivores.
05
tagg, vass utbuktning
any sharply pointed projection
Exempel
The sculpture featured metal spines protruding from its surface.
Icicles hung from the roof like frozen spines.
06
mod, karaktärsstyrka
inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
SlangExempel
At least he 's got a spine; unlike the others who avoided the tough conversation.
Åtminstone har han ryggrad ; till skillnad från de andra som undvek det svåra samtalet.
She showed spine by presenting her ideas despite opposition.
Hon visade mod genom att presentera sina idéer trots motstånd.
Lexikalt Träd
spineless
spine
