kicker

/ˈkɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that kicks something, especially a football player who kicks the ball.

“The kicker missed the field goal, and the opposing team won the game.”

2. noun

A person or thing that adds a final, surprising, or humorous touch to something.

“The comedian’s kicker at the end of the show got the audience laughing out loud.”

3. noun

A type of footwear, especially a shoe with a prominent toe or a raised sole.

“She wore a pair of high-heeled kickers to the party.”

4. verb

To kick or strike something with a leg or foot.

“He kicked the ball with great force and accuracy.”

5. verb

To add a final, surprising, or humorous touch to something.

“The writer kicked the story with a surprising twist at the end.”

Synonyms

  • initiator
  • starter
  • trickster

Antonyms

  • obstructor
  • staller