1838 29 June 5/3 They are the goad spurs of the Anglo-Saxons and Normans, having no rowels, but terminating in an ornamental point.
1878 11 5 A plain goad spur completes his equipment.
1893 T. H. Baylis i. 14 All have mail hauberks and the prick or goad spurs, and long shields with belts.