spikes
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A pair of athletic shoes equipped with spikes on the sole and heel for better traction.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Synonym of spike strip.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “spikes” mean?
A pair of athletic shoes equipped with spikes on the sole and heel for better traction.
Is “spikes” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.