Spur

/spɜː/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:6 ptsWWF:8 pts4 letters

Definition of Spur

noun

A rigid implement, often roughly y-shaped, that is fixed to one's heel for the purpose of prodding a horse. Often worn by, and emblematic of, the cowboy or the knight.
A jab given with the spurs.
Anything that inspires or motivates, as a spur does a horse.
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.

verb

To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.
To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object
To put spurs on.
"to spur boots"
To press forward; to travel in great haste.

Anagrams of Spur

Exact Anagrams

2 words using all 4 letters:

Words You Can Make

7 words can be made from the letters in "spur":

4-LETTER WORDS

3-LETTER WORDS

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+1 Letter Anagrams

Words formed by adding one letter to "spur" and rearranging:

+epurse sprue super

Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

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Rhyming Words

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