Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spudder
Noun
/ˈspʌdər/
Definition
A spudder is a tool or device used for the purpose of drilling or boring holes, often in the context of mining or agriculture.
Examples
- The farmer used a spudder to create holes for planting seeds.
- His attempts to fix the car were so chaotic that his friends jokingly called him a spudder.
Meaning
In a more informal context, ‘spudder’ can refer to someone who engages in clumsy or ineffective efforts, particularly in actions that seem to lack purpose or skill.
Synonyms
- driller
- borer
- excavator