The meaning of SPINY is abounding with difficulties, obstacles, or annoyances : thorny. How to use spiny in a sentence.

SPINY definition: abounding in or having spines; thorny, as a plant. See examples of spiny used in a sentence.

1. abounding in or having spines; thorny, as a plant. 2. covered with or having sharp-pointed processes, as an animal. 3. resembling a spine; spinelike. 4. difficult to handle; thorny: a spiny problem.

Leaves, especially young ones, of this evergreen tree may have spiny pointed lobes and resemble holly leaves.

Definition of spiny adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

4 days ago · Adjective spiny (comparative spinier, superlative spiniest) Covered in spines or thorns. Coordinate terms: (of pelage) hispid, bristly, silky, smooth Troublesome; difficult or vexing.

Spiny definition: Covered with or having spines, thorns, or prickles.

Spiny refers to something that has sharp, pointed protrusions or spikes, often used for protection or as a defence mechanism, primarily observed in plants or animals.

"Spiny" is an adjective used to describe something that is pointed, sharp, or covered with spines or thorns. It is most commonly used in botany and zoology but can also be metaphorically applied in …

A spiny plant or animal is covered with long sharp points. ...a spiny lobster. ...a spiny cactus.