spiker
Americannoun
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a pointed, perforated tube connected to a garden hose, pushed into the soil for deep watering.
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Volleyball. a player who spikes the ball.
Etymology
Origin of spiker
Example Sentences
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A Norwegian crane operator posted a message on the rig’s Facebook page: “Malta og spiker next.”
From The Guardian • May 2, 2017
The U.S. took the second and third sets despite a barrage of killer spikes by Osmany Juantorena, a former Cuba national team wing spiker now playing for Italy.
From Reuters • Aug. 19, 2016
"I want them bad. We want a little revenge," said wing spiker Taylor Sander, among the top three U.S. scorers.
From Reuters • Aug. 17, 2016
As setter, Berg is the one who often feeds the lanky wing spiker for the kill.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 11, 2012
But you're no spiker or capper or boss.
From The U. P. Trail by Grey, Zane
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