spikelet

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf

Etymology

From spike + -let.

In classic literature

Synonyms

spine, thorn, prickle, pricker, sticker

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