spikes

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a set of short, pointed pieces of metal or plastic, attached to the bottom of shoes worn for particular sports, that stop the person wearing the shoes from sliding on the ground, or shoes with these pointed pieces:

You will need to wear spikes when we are training.

Wearing spikes helps runners push forward on uneven ground.

The type of track spikes athletes use depends on the event they are competing in.

I bought a new pair of spikes when I joined the team.

Spikes help players compete in wet and muddy conditions.

Please remove spikes before entering the field house.