Collocations for spine - noun
1. backbone
ADJ.
fractured | cervical, lumbar
VERB + SPINE
bend, curve | straighten | stiffen | slide along/down/up
(figurative) An icy chill slid up my spine.
(figurative) An icy chill slid up my spine.
PREP.
in the/your ~
the nerves in the spine
the nerves in the spine
PHRASES
the base of the spine, curvature of the spine, send shivers along/down your spine
2. sharp point on some plants/animals
ADJ.
pointed, sharp | fine | poisonous, venomous | savage
Once embedded in the skin, these savage spines are difficult to dislodge.
Once embedded in the skin, these savage spines are difficult to dislodge.
VERB + SPINE
bear, carry, have