striker

/ˈstrʌɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who scores goals in a game, especially in football or hockey.

“The striker scored the winning goal in the championship match.”

2. noun

A device or machine that strikes or hits something, especially a hammer or a drill.

“The striker was used to break up the concrete slab.”

3. noun

A type of bird that hunts by striking its prey with its beak.

“The plover is a type of striker that feeds on small insects.”

4. verb

To hit or strike something forcefully, especially with a hammer or a fist.

“She striker the nail with a heavy hammer.”

5. verb

To produce a sudden loud noise, especially with a drum or a bell.

“The bell striker to signal the start of the ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • forward
  • goal-scorer
  • scorer

Antonyms

  • defender
  • goalkeeper