"Spiny" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Having long, sharp, and stout spines or prickles, especially on plants.
Example: The cactus plant had spiny branches that made it difficult to touch.
An unmarried woman, typically an older one, who lives alone and spends a lot of time on her own.
A spinthariscope is a device used to demonstrate the randomness and variability of nuclear decay by employing a Geiger counter-like detection method. It uses a thin sheet of zinc sulfide coated on the inside of a glass tube, and the zinc sulfide acts as a cloud chamber, causing a cascade of sparks to appear, which correspond to the decays of alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays emitted by radioactive ions contained in the tube. The tube is then spun around quickly, causing the apparent position of the sparks to vary rapidly and randomly, and the user can observe a visual representation of radioactive decay.
A spinula is a small vein or thread-like structure, often found in the skin or on a surface. It can also refer to a small spike or spine-like protrusion, typically found on the leaves or stems of certain plants, such as a cactus or a succulent.
Spinulescent refers to something that is covered or characterized by fine, pointed outgrowths or spines, such as tiny projections or tubercles on the surface of an organism.
Spiraea is a type of flowering shrub native to the Northern Hemisphere. It is commonly known as spiraea or meadowsweet. There are about 40 species of spiraea, which are found in a wide variety of habitats, including along rivers, streams, and in woodland edges.<br><br>The flowers of the spiraea shrub are typically pink or white, and are often crowded together in clusters. They bloom from May to October, attracting bees, butterflies, and other insects.<br><br>Spiraea is also used as an ornamental shrub in gardens, both in Europe and North America. It is often used in hedges, borders, and woodlands, and is valued for its attractive flowers and compact growth habit.<br><br>In addition to its ornamental value, spiraea has several practical uses. Its leaves and flowers are edible, and have been used in herbal remedies for centuries. The plant is also used as a food source for wildlife, particularly birds and small mammals.<br><br>Spiraea is a perennial shrub, meaning that it dies back to the ground in the winter and grows again in the spring. It is relatively low-maintenance and easy to care for, making it a popular choice for gardeners who want a beautiful and easy-to-care-for shrub.
Spiraeoideae is a subfamily of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae, commonly known as the spiraea or meadowsweet family. It is a subfamily of the rose family (Rosaceae) that comprises about 90 genera and around 1,500 species of shrubs and flowering plants, many of which are popular ornamental plants in gardens and parks.