Definitions

1. noun

The spine or backbone of an animal, especially a horse, used as a handle or shaft for a whip or other tool.

“The jockey cracked the spina to get the horse’s attention.”

2. noun

A long, tapering handle for a tool, such as a whip or a scraper.

“The spina of the old scraper was worn and weathered from years of use.”

3. noun

A long, thin, tapering piece of wood or other material.

“The craftsman used a spina to shape the intricate design on the wooden box.”