Definition of ACANTHOUS

acanthous

Meanings

Adjective Satellite

  • shaped like a spine or thorn

Adj

  • Synonym of spinous.

Origin / Etymology

From acanth- (“spine”) + -ous (“having”).

Synonyms

acanthoid, spinous

Scrabble Score: 14

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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