spininess

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the quality of being covered with or having numerous sharp points or prickles, as a porcupine or a pinecone.

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Variants

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spinier , spiniest , spininess , spininesses , spiny

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Etymology

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The word 'spininess' is derived from the Old English word 'spin' meaning 'thorn' or 'prickle'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest spineless creature in the world is the Leptotyphlopus gracilis, a snake that measures only about 10 cm (4 inches) long.

2. The spiniest animal in the world is the porcupine, which can have up to 30,000 quills covering its body.

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Related Concepts

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1. prickliness: A state of being easily irritated or sensitive, often accompanied by a sharp or bitter response.

2. thorniness: A quality of being difficult or unpleasant, often used to describe a person or situation.

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Culture

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In literature, 'spininess' is often used metaphorically to describe a person's demeanor or attitude, particularly when referring to someone who is prickly or difficult to deal with.

How to Memorize "spininess"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pinecone or a porcupine to visualize the concept of spininess.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'spininess' with the feeling of prickles on your skin or the sight of a thorny plant.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sprinkles on Pinecones In Nature' to remember the definition of spininess.

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