Spike Definition
spike
noun
- a transient variation in voltage or current
- sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes; "spikes provide greater traction"
- fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
- (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis
- a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline; "the seismograph showed a sharp spike in response to the temblor"
- a very high narrow heel on women's shoes
- each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves); "the second baseman sharpened his spikes before every game"; "golfers' spikes damage the putting greens"
- a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur)
- a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal); "one of the spikes impaled him"
- any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object; "the spike pierced the receipts and held them in order"
- a large stout nail; "they used spikes to fasten the rails to a railroad tie"
verb
- stand in the way of
- pierce with a sharp stake or point; "impale a shrimp on a skewer"
- secure with spikes
- bring forth a spike or spikes; "my hyacinths and orchids are spiking now"
- add alcohol to (beverages); "the punch is spiked!"
- manifest a sharp increase; "the voltage spiked"
"Spike" in song lyrics
See how spike is used in real songs:
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"Hit himself with a spike"
Cage — Too Heavy for Cherubs -
"We the day and the night, the punch and the spike"
Killarmy — Day One * -
"your spaghetti is spike"
MJG — Hip Hop Voodoo
Words that rhyme with spike
Usage tips for "spike"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "spike" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for spike to find words that pair well.