"Spur" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Spur" Meaning

A part of a riding whip, typically made of metal or plastics, attached to the end of a horse riding whip. It's used to urge the horse on, or to protect oneself from the horse.

A projection or obstacle that causes something to stumble or fail.

To stimulate or encourage someone to take action or to improve their skill.

A small rocky outcrop, typically found in a field or a landscape.

"Spur" Examples

She pulled out a spur of lavender and crushed it between her fingers to release its fragrance.
The pointy sole of his shoe had a small spur of metal to prevent it from slipping out of his boot.
The metal spur on the horseshoe caught the fence and caused it to bend out of shape.
The singer's powerful spur to his band goaded them to perform their best on stage.
The business's spur to innovation led to the development of several new products within a year.