| 释义 |
spiky
I. \ˈspīkē, -ki\ adjective
(-er/-est)
Etymology: spike (III) + -y
1. : resembling the spike of a flower
2. : bearing ears
II. adjective
(-er/-est)
Etymology: spike (I) + -y
1. : having a sharp projecting point
< spiky thorns >
2. : characterized by acerbity; specifically : rigidly adhering to high church dogma or ritual |