spur

/spɜː/

noun

A rigid implement, often roughly y-shaped, that is fixed to one's heel for the purpose of prodding a horse. Often worn by, and emblematic of, the cowboy or the knight.
A jab given with the spurs.
Anything that inspires or motivates, as a spur does a horse.

verb

To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.
To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object
Similar: drive, impel, incite, instigate, stimulate
To put spurs on.
"to spur boots"

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