spinose

• Adjectif signifiant couvert d'épines ou de piquants ; utilisé dans un contexte botanique ou zoologique.

An adjective meaning covered with spines or thorns; used in botanical or zoological contexts.

1. C2formal

   Covered with or having spines, thorns, or sharp projections.

   épineux

   • The spinose cactus is difficult to handle without gloves.
   • Many spinose plants are adapted to dry environments.
   • The spinose surface of the sea urchin protects it from predators.

   Synonymesbarbedbristlypricklysetosespikyspinythorny

   Antonymesglabroussmooth