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
"She's spectacular, she's got every attacking shot you need and is a great blocker," Brazil wing spiker Jaque said.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 9, 2012
Larson, a wing spiker making her Olympic debut, hit a floater to put the Americans up 23-17 in the first set.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 30, 2012
The chief spiker laughed when the young operator told him how fine it was.
From The Mountain Divide by Armand Both
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