spine
noun
the spinal or vertebral column; backbone.
spines
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pluralof spine.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Participants were handed a faixa—a long sash to wrap around their waists to protect their spines and give climbers a toehold.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
Cheesy words in normal circumstances, but that was the moment our spines began to tingle and we knew we were about to witness history.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2026
The current crisis in Iran has sent memories bubbling to the surface for the collective, and chills down the spines of viewers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 27, 2026
In the store, he had 24,000 titles—not the rejects, exactly, but some of the lesser spines.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026
Anya grabbed one of his spines, surprised at how smooth it was.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
