English to English noun
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a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something |  | Example: the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves
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2 |
any sharply pointed projection |  | source: wordnet30
3 |
tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers |  | source: wordnet30
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a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward |  | Example: cowboys know not to squat with their spurs on
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a railway line connected to a trunk line |  | source: wordnet30
6 |
A sparrow. |  | source: webster1913
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An implement secured to the heel, or above the heel, of a horseman, to urge the horse by its pressure. Modern spurs have a small wheel, or rowel, with short points. Spurs were the badge of knighthood. |  | source: webster1913
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A branch of a vein. |  | source: webster1913 verb
9 |
incite or stimulate |  | Example: The Academy was formed to spur research
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10 |
give heart or courage to |  | source: wordnet30
11 |
strike with a spur |  | source: wordnet30
12 |
goad with spurs |  | Example: the rider spurred his horse
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13 |
equip with spurs |  | Example: spur horses
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To prick with spurs; to incite to a more hasty pace; to urge or goad; as, to spur a horse. |  | source: webster1913
15 |
To spur on one' horse; to travel with great expedition; to hasten; hence, to press forward in any pursuit. |  | source: webster1913
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