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springer

[ spring-er ]

noun

  1. a person or thing that springs.
  2. Architecture. the first voussoir above the impost of an arch.


springer

/ ˈsprɪŋə /

noun

  1. short for springer spaniel
  2. Also calledspringing 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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of springer1

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; spring, -er 1
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Example Sentences

Before his reign as the king of trash TV, Springer was mayor of Cincinnati.

However, be forewarned that I too ride a Harley today—a vintage Springer Softail chopper.

Springer, who is in jail, did not return a call for comment.

A $1 million offer from a producer for the Jerry Springer TV show was quickly yanked when public outrage became clear.

While the dispute had dragged out, Wheeler's attorney Bayard Marin said, "There were no Jerry Springer moments."

Springer said, "I once heard him begin a sermon with the question, 'Are we dogs, or are we men?'"

Natives round Key West sometimes take it in nets and with the grains, and they call it “springer.”

Cuc-cuc-come on, Osgood, implored Springer, as the next hitter was seen to rise from the bench; youre the boy to do the trick.

Springer was also slightly behind, while Cooper was a small winner and therefore cheerful.

Springer called for two, and, glancing over Phils shoulder, Piper saw what he held.

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