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spiny
spin·y [ spnee ] (comparative spin·i·er, superlative spin·i·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. with spines: with or covered with spines
2. thorny: with thorns or prickles
3. like spine: shaped like a spine

spin·i·ness noun
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