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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Zhu came into these Olympics with a lingering right wrist injury that has sapped her of much of her usual power as a blocker and spiker.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2021
A Norwegian crane operator posted a message on the rig’s Facebook page: “Malta og spiker next.”
From The Guardian • May 2, 2017
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
"There were some ups and downs, but we played really well," said U.S. wing spiker Jordan Larson, who finished with 16 points.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2012
But you're no spiker or capper or boss.
From The U. P. Trail by Grey, Zane
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