spudder

American  

[spuhd-er] / ˈspʌd ər /

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.

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Etymology

Origin of spudder

1920–25 spudder for def. 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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