springer

American  

[spring-er] / ˈsprɪŋ ər /

noun

1. a person or thing that springs.

2. Architecture. the first voussoir above the impost of an arch.

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springer British  

/ ˈsprɪŋə /

noun

1. short for springer spaniel

2. Also called: springing cow.  a cow about to give birth

3. a person or thing that springs

4. architect

   1. the first and lowest stone of an arch

   2. the impost of an arch

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Etymology

Origin of springer

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at spring, -er ¹

Example Sentences

Specific dog breeds at increased risk include chow chows, bulldogs, French bulldogs, dogue de Bordeaux, greyhounds, boxers, English springer spaniels, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, pugs, golden retrievers and Staffordshire bull terriers.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2024

It is believed Ms Rose left her home at about 05:00 BST to walk her springer spaniel Bruce.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2024

Bea, a seven-year-old Welsh springer spaniel, disappeared while on a walk above the Conwy Valley on 8 December.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2024

Scottish terriers, English springer spaniels, standard poodles and Pekingeses all have five or more wins.

From Washington Times • May 5, 2023

“Thanks for the tip,” I said as she bounded off like a springer spaniel.

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos