Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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spur | Yes | No | Yes | No |
prod | Yes | No | Yes | No |
spur (noun) | prod (noun) |
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a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward | a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion |
a railway line connected to a trunk line | a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something |
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something | |
tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers | |
any sharply pointed projection |
spur (verb) | prod (verb) |
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goad with spurs | urge on; cause to act |
equip with spurs | poke or thrust abruptly |
strike with a spur | to push against gently |
give heart or courage to | |
incite or stimulate |