Kicker ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Kicker ( noun )

  1. A player whose role is to kick the ball in certain types of football, such as American football or association football.
  2. A device for propelling a ball, such as a kicker in American football or a ball-screw in pool and snooker.
  3. A clause in a contract or agreement that has a significant and unexpected effect.

Origin:

Late 19th century: probably from kick + -er.

Examples:

  1. The kicker made the winning field goal.
  2. The kicker was the team's most reliable player.
  3. The kicker on the football team was the hero of the game.
  4. The kicker in the pool game propelled the ball into the pocket.
  5. The kicker in the contract was a surprise to everyone.

(As a verb)

Kicker ( verb )

To propel a ball with a kicker.

Origin:

Late 19th century: probably from kick + -er.

Examples:

  1. He kicked the ball with the kicker.
  2. She kicked the ball with the kicker.
  3. I kicked the ball with the kicker.
  4. We kicked the ball with the kicker.
  5. You kicked the ball with the kicker.
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