English dictionary

spur

/sp/[@]/r/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

noun.communication

Synonyms goad goading prod prodding spurring urging

Source: WordNet 3.0
any sharply pointed projection

noun.shape

Synonyms acantha spine

Source: WordNet 3.0
tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers

noun.plant

Source: WordNet 3.0
a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward

noun.artifact

Examples
Cowboys know not to squat with their spurs on.

Synonyms gad

Source: WordNet 3.0
a railway line connected to a trunk line

noun.artifact

Synonyms branch line spur track

Source: WordNet 3.0
A sparrow.

noun

Source: webster1913
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.

noun

Source: webster1913
A branch of a vein.

noun

Source: webster1913

incite or stimulate

verb.social

Examples
The Academy was formed to spur research.

Source: WordNet 3.0
give heart or courage to

verb.emotion

Synonyms goad

Source: WordNet 3.0
strike with a spur

verb.contact

Source: WordNet 3.0
goad with spurs

verb.contact

Examples
The rider spurred his horse.

Source: WordNet 3.0
equip with spurs

verb.contact

Examples
Spur horses.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To prick with spurs; to incite to a more hasty pace; to urge or goad; as, to <i>spur</i> a horse.

verb

Source: webster1913
To spur on one' horse; to travel with great expedition; to hasten; hence, to press forward in any pursuit.

verb

Source: webster1913