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spiny

/ˈspaɪni/

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1 · adjective

covered with sharp spines

多刺的

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The spiny plant was difficult to handle without gloves.
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这株多刺的植物不戴手套很难搬动。
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Pronunciation: /ˈspaɪni/

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