spica

[US]/ˈspaɪ.kə/
[UK]/ˈspaɪ.kə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of inflorescence resembling a spike; a type of splint used in medical settings; a star in the constellation Virgo (α Virginis)
Word Forms
Pluralspicas

Phrases & Collocations

spica cast

spica splint

spica bandage

spica dressing

spica brace

spica support

spica immobilization

spica technique

spica application

spica positioning

Example Sentences

the spica is a key feature in this botanical study.

we observed the spica of the plant during our field trip.

the spica contains many important nutrients.

she illustrated the spica in her presentation.

identifying the spica can help in plant classification.

the spica is often used in traditional medicine.

we need to study the spica for our research project.

the spica of this species is particularly unique.

he took a close-up photo of the spica.

the spica plays a crucial role in the plant's reproduction.

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