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
"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
The 24-year-old Hooker, a wing spiker, was promoted to the national team two years ago.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2012
With opposite spiker Destinee Hooker beginning to puncture the South Korean defenses, the U.S. took the opening set 25-20 and then edged the second 25-22.
From Reuters • Aug. 9, 2012
“Swim away, my lad,” cried old Dick, hoarsely, “and get ashore, I’m only an old ’un, and I’ll get a grip of his spiker if I can.”
From Middy and Ensign by Rowlandson, G. D.
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