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spoiler

[ˈspɔɪlər]

spoiler Definition

  • 1a description of the important parts of a film, book, or television programme that spoils the surprise or suspense for a reader or viewer who has not yet seen it
  • 2a device on a car or aircraft that reduces lift and increases drag, especially a strip of material on the trailing edge of an aircraft wing
  • 3a person or thing that spoils something

Using spoiler: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spoiler" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I haven't seen the movie yet, so please don't give me any spoilers.

  • Example

    The car's spoiler helps to keep it stable at high speeds.

  • Example

    The rain was a spoiler for our picnic plans.

spoiler Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for spoiler

Antonyms for spoiler

Phrases with spoiler

  • a warning that a significant plot detail or ending of a book, film, or television show is about to be revealed

    Example

    Spoiler alert: The main character dies at the end of the movie.

  • a small spoiler mounted on the lip of a car's trunk or hatchback

    Example

    The lip spoiler gives the car a sporty look.

  • a spoiler mounted on the rear wing of a car

    Example

    The wing spoiler improves the car's aerodynamics.

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Summary: spoiler in Brief

A 'spoiler' [ˈspɔɪlər] can refer to a description of important parts of a film, book, or television programme that spoils the surprise or suspense for a reader or viewer who has not yet seen it. It can also be a device on a car or aircraft that reduces lift and increases drag, or a person or thing that spoils something. Common phrases include 'spoiler alert,' and types of spoilers like 'lip spoiler' and 'wing spoiler.'

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