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spur vs prodding

prodding vs spur

spur and prodding both are nouns.

spur is a verb but prodding is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
spur Yes No Yes No
prodding Yes No No No
As nouns, spur and prodding are synonyms defined as:
  • spur and prodding: a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
Other synonyms of spur include goad, goading, prod, spurring, urging.
spur (noun) prodding (noun)
a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
a railway line connected to a trunk line
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) prodding (verb)
goad with spurs
equip with spurs
strike with a spur
give heart or courage to
incite or stimulate
Difference between spur and prodding

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