springer
Americannoun
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short for springer spaniel
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Also called: springing cow. a cow about to give birth
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a person or thing that springs
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architect
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the first and lowest stone of an arch
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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
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Seventy-eight springer spaniels were discovered living in a filthy house in South Yorkshire in April.
From BBC • Sep. 16, 2025
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
Her dog, a springer spaniel named Bruce, was found with her and was safe and well.
From BBC • Jul. 31, 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
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