SPUR
/spɜː/
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SPUR
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.
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"
A tern.
A spurious tone, one that interferes with a signal in a circuit and is often masked underneath that signal.
Examples of SPUR in a Sentence
- "to spur boots"
Word Details
Is SPUR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPUR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like SPUR are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for SPUR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | u | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPUR
13 words from the letters in SPUR
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SPUR in Word Games
SPUR is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: SPUR is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SPUR to find 13 additional valid words.