aspiny en · ADJ
Etymology
From a- + spiny; an unusual use of a-, perhaps to avoid confusion with the metaphorical senses of spineless and the polysemy of spine itself.
Meanings
- Lacking spines (“sharp protrusions”)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most aspiny | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more aspiny | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |