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Meaning:
Noun:
- An appendage or spike pointing rearward, near the foot, for instance that of a rooster.
- Any protruding part connected at one end, for instance a highway that extends from another highway into a city.
- Anything that inspires or motivates, as a spur does to a horse.
- A rigid W.
- Roots.rfv-sense (As in genealogical?). Spurs are symbolic of knighthood, so perhaps spurs in this context is an allusion to the hereditary aspect of knighthood. Any insights would be appreciated.
- slang Fan or member of Tottenham Hotspur FC.
- soccer someone connected with Tottenham Hotspur FC, as a fan, player, coach etc.
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Verb:
- To prod (''esp.'' a horse) in the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.
- To put spurs on; as, a spurred boot.
- To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object; to incite; to stimulate; to instigate; to impel; to drive.
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