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
He wears his spikes for races but not for training.
Track and field athletes wear spiked shoes to improve traction on the running surface.
Climbers use specialized footwear with spikes for better grip on icy surfaces.
The soccer player opted for cleats with longer spikes to navigate the muddy field.
