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Meaning of spurring

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

spurring

verb

Definitions

  1. To ask, to inquire

verb

Definitions

  1. To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.

  2. To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object

    Synonyms:driveimpelinciteinstigatestimulate

  3. To put spurs on.

    Example: to spur boots

  4. To press forward; to travel in great haste.

noun

Definitions

  1. An application of the spurs to a horse.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/speerhttps://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/spurhttps://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/spurring

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