spine : Idioms & Phrases
Curvature of the spine
(Med.) , an abnormal curving of the spine, especially in a lateral direction.
Webster 1913
Railway spine
(Med.) , an abnormal condition due to severe concussion of the spinal cord, such as occurs in railroad accidents. It is characterized by ataxia and other disturbances of muscular function, sensory disorders, pain in the back, impairment of general health, and cerebral disturbance, the symptoms often not developing till some months after the injury.
Webster 1913
spine-finned
Spine"-finned` adjective
Definitions
(Zoöl.) Having fine supported by spinous fin rays; -- said of certain fishes.
Webster 1913
spine-tailed
Spine"-tailed adjective
Definitions
(Zoöl.) Having the tail quills ending in sharp, naked tips.
Webster 1913
spine-tipped
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adjective satellite of a plant tipped with a spine
