spine

spine · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; the backbone.

  2. 2.

    The part of a book's cover where pages are attached.

  3. 3.

    A sharp projection on an animal or plant.

Forms

plural: spines

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    send shivers down one's spine — To cause fear or excitement.

Related words

See also: backbone, thorn, vertebrae
Synonyms: backbone, vertebrae

Etymology

From Latin spina ("thorn, spine").