weak and easily frightened
yếu đuối và dễ sợ hãi
having no spine (= the long bone in the back)
không có xương sống (= xương dài ở phía sau)
having no spines (= sharp parts like needles)
không có gai (= phần sắc nhọn như kim)
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Definition of spineless
spinelessadjective
không có gai
/ˈspaɪnləs//ˈspaɪnləs/"Spineless" originates from the literal lack of a backbone, or spine, in invertebrates. This physical characteristic was metaphorically applied to people lacking courage or fortitude. The word first appeared in the 15th century, with the earliest recorded usage in 1485. Over time, the term expanded to encompass a broader range of weaknesses, including lack of character, resolve, and a tendency to avoid confrontation. It now describes anyone who lacks the moral backbone to stand up for what they believe in.
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