spur
Definition
- n. any sharply pointed projection
- n. tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers
- n. a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward
- v. incite or stimulate
Word forms
- Past participle
- spurred
- Past tense
- spurred
- Present participle
- spurring
- Third person singular
- spurs
Example sentences
n.
The coach was a great spur for the team, always encouraging them to do their best.
vt.
She used her words to spur him on to finish the project before the deadline.
vi.
The rider spurred the horse to go faster as they raced towards the finish line.