springer
Pronunciation: [ˈsprɪŋər]
Word
Context: "animals"
(noun) a type of dog that is good for hunting. Specifically, it's often used to find and retrieve birds when hunters are out in the field.
Example
My uncle has a springer that he takes out hunting every weekend.
Example
Not every dog can be a springer; some just aren't good at hunting.
Example
Have you ever seen a springer in action while hunting?
Context: "sports"
(noun) a person who jumps or leaps, like in a sport or a dance. It's someone who is really good at using their legs to spring off the ground.
Example
The springer won the long jump competition with a fantastic leap.
Example
He didn't perform well today; he wasn't as springy as usual.
Example
Can anyone become a great springer with enough practice?
Context: "mechanics"
(noun) a device that allows something to jump or move quickly. It's often found in machines where it helps make things work faster by pushing or releasing.
Example
The new printer has a springer that makes it print much quicker.
Example
Without the springer, the machine doesn't operate properly.
Example
How does the springer in this device help it function?
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