spicas Definition

spica
noun spicae, spicas

1. bot.
A flower spike or other part that resembles a spike.
2. surgery.
A bandage that is wrapped over in a series of V-shapes so that it resembles an ear of barley.

Derivative: spicate
adj

Having, forming or in a spike; relating to a spike.

Etymology: 17c: Latin, meaning ‘ear of grain'.