spiky

/ˈspaɪki/
/ˈspaɪki/
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Other forms: spikier; spikily; spikiest

Definitions of spiky
  1. adjective
    having or as if having especially high-pitched spots
    synonyms: peaky
    high, high-pitched
    used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency
Pronunciation
US
/ˈspaɪki/
UK
/ˈspaɪki/
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