spine
Translation
spine, backbone, prickle, book spine
Examples
He injured his spine in the accident.
He injured his spine in the accident.
A cactus has sharp spines.
A cactus has sharp spines.
The title is printed on the spine of the book.
The title is printed on the spine of the book.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the/possessive)) spine (noun) He injured his spine in the accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: backbone, vertebral column
Etymology
From Latin 'spina' meaning 'thorn, backbone'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'spine' of a book holding the pages together, just like your spine holds your body up.