springer

noun

spring·​er ˈspriŋ-ər How to pronounce springer (audio)
1
: a stone or other solid laid at the impost of an arch see arch illustration
2
: one that springs
3
: springer spaniel
4
: a cow nearly ready to calve

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Bill will be greeted by his beloved springers, Faith, and Rush. — courant.com, 23 Oct. 2019 In May, thieves deployed hydraulic cutters to snap his locks, entered his dog kennels and stole three of his springer spaniels. — Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2021 Once fired, the springer lurches forward, but then jerks backwards as the piston reaches the end of its forward travels and abruptly stops. — Joseph Albanese, Field & Stream, 2 Mar. 2021 Potential owners of this breed should research puzzle toys, nose-work games and be ready for frequent outdoor play to keep their springer happy, and their furniture intact, too. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for springer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of springer was in the 15th century

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“Springer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/springer. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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