The spine is the bone structure in your back. It helps you stand and move. It also protects the nerves inside your body.
My spine hurts after I sit all day.
He broke his spine in the accident.
The spine of a book is the long edge where the pages are glued or sewn together. We use the spine to see the book’s name on a shelf.
The book’s spine is broken and worn.
Look at the spine to find the book title.
A spine is a sharp point on a plant or animal. Plants like cactuses have spines to protect themselves from animals. Some animals have spines to defend themselves.
The cactus has many sharp spines.
A porcupine uses its spines for defense.
Spine can mean the main support of an idea, group, or system. It is the most important part that holds everything together.
Trust is the spine of a strong team.
Hard work is the spine of success.
Spine can mean bravery or the strength to do something hard. It is used when someone shows courage or does not give up.
She showed spine by standing up to him.
You must find your spine and speak up.
Some objects like fish or leaves have a spine, which is a strong line or ridge. This spine helps keep their shape and form stable.
The fish’s spine helps keep its shape.
Leaves have a spine that holds them straight.
In printing, the spine is the edge where pages join. It must be strong so the book or document stays together well.
The printer damaged the book spine.
The spine must be strong for the brochure.
