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VocabJLPT N1

spike (on a shoe or tyre)

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. spike (on a shoe or tyre)
2. stud
3. spiked shoes
4. injuring (an opposing player) with the spikes on one's shoes

This loanword from English has several meanings depending on context, including a spike in volleyball, cleats on athletic shoes, or a sharp increase in data such as a graph. In sports contexts it often refers to the act of spiking a ball forcefully downward.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The section chief suggested, "Let's standardize the inspection criteria for the spikes."

Sentence 2

The prefecture is considering restricting vehicles fitted with studded tires.

Sentence 3

Ugh, the spikes left marks all over the floor!

Sentence 4

Spiked footwear is not permitted in the factory corridors.

Sentence 5

"The spikes didn't scratch the floor, did they?" his wife said suspiciously.