verb

1. To ask, to inquire

verb

1. To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.

2. To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object

3. To put spurs on.

   “to spur boots”

Synonyms: drive, impel, incite, instigate, stimulate

noun

1. An application of the spurs to a horse.