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spiky

/ˈspaɪki/

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1 · adj.

covered with sharp points or projecting spikes

带刺的；尖刺状的

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The spiky plant scratched her arm as she passed.
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她经过时，被这株带刺的植物划伤了手臂。
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Pronunciation: /ˈspaɪki/

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