spudder

[ spuhd-er ]

noun

1. a person who prepares and operates a rig for drilling oil wells.
2. a light drilling rig used chiefly in beginning a well.
3. spud ( def 3 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of spudder¹

1920–25 spudder fordef 2; spud + -er ¹

Example Sentences

But given the pass-protection shortcomings and the absence of an elite receiver, it’s easy to think that they’d spudder.

From Seattle Times

Wichita Falls has a rich history of “hookers” - an old-school term for a wrestler back in the day - dating back to matches at the old 4-H barn, a downtown pharmacy, Memorial Auditorium, Spudder Park and many more.

From Washington Times

That's a handsome pair of jugs the Crown Prince and Princess give her, a little like the pair old Mr. Spudder won with his Shorthorns at the Show, don't you think?

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