Definitions

1. noun

The series of vertebrae extending from the base of the skull to the lower back, forming the main supporting structure of the back.

“She suffered a compression fracture in her spine after the car accident.”

2. noun

The central or most important part of something, such as a plan or a story.

“The spine of the novel explores themes of love and loss.”

3. verb

To support or hold up the back or a part of the back.

“The corset would help to spine the figure and make it look more slender.”

4. verb

To insert a needle or thread in a particular way, especially to sew together two pieces of fabric.

“The seamstress learned how to spine the fabric together to make a beautiful quilt.”