spinule

noun

spi·​nule ˈspī-(ˌ)nyül How to pronounce spinule (audio)
: a minute spine
spinulose adjective

Word History

Etymology

Latin spinula, diminutive of spina thorn — more at spine

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spinule was in 1752

Dictionary Entries Near spinule

Cite this Entry

“Spinule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spinule. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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