SPUR
English translation: 2 options + some more
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| spur --> Explanation: Just the word SPUR. And a clue . . . With only that, all one can give you is hoe that word would be defined by Merriam Webster. So, here goes: 1 a : a pointed device secured to a rider's heel and used to urge on the horse b plural [from the acquisition of spurs by a person achieving knighthood] : recognition and reward for achievement <won his academic spurs as the holder of a chair in a university -- James Mountford> 2 : a goad to action : STIMULUS 3 : something projecting like or suggesting a spur: as a : a projecting root or branch of a tree, shrub, or vine b (1) : a stiff sharp spine (as on the wings or legs of a bird or insect); especially : one on a cock's leg (2) : a gaff for a gamecock c : a hollow projecting appendage of a corolla or calyx (as in larkspur or columbine) d : a bony outgrowth (as on the heel of the foot) e : CLIMBING IRON 4 a : an angular projection, offshoot, or branch extending out beyond or away from a main body or formation; especially : a ridge or lesser elevation that extends laterally from a mountain or mountain range b : a railroad track that branches off from a main line 5 : a reinforcing buttress of masonry in a fortification -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 56 mins (2004-12-22 04:35:32 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- Please read \"how\" in place of \'hoe\' Apologies for the typo. Reference: http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?book=Dictionary&va=spu... |
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peer agreement (net): +2| spur 2 options + some more Explanation: Given your previous questions (on needle production & nightshift)these two might be applicable: 1) SPUR programme designed to assist and encourage small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to undertake highly innovative research and technical development 2) Society for Peace, Unity and human Rights (no joke!) or else: Systech Pluraxial Unplug Repeater Space Power Unit Reactor San Francisco Planning and Urban Research association Symbolic Processing Using RISC Summer Program in Undergraduate Research Searchable Professional abbreviation Usually 'Refindable' ... or its a company, maybe http://www.spurelectron.com ... and it could be a type of gear -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 1 hr 6 mins (2004-12-22 04:44:47 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- or research http://www.google.nl/search?sourceid=navclient&hl=nl&ie=UTF-... Reference: http://www.google.com |
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