Spoiler (Noun)
Meaning 1
Someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence.
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 2
Someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war).
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Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The marauding army was known for its ruthless spoiler who pillaged villages and towns.
- In medieval times, the role of the spoiler was often given to the most cunning and brutal warriors.
- The leader of the tribe was also its most feared spoiler, known for his lightning-fast raids on neighboring villages.
- Historians have long debated the ethics of the spoiler in ancient warfare, questioning the morality of plundering conquered cities.
- The victorious general was often seen as a hero, but his reputation was also tarnished by the actions of his most notorious spoiler.
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Meaning 3
An airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 4
A hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 5
A candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning.
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Nouns denoting people.