Synonyms for

Springer

Verb / ˈsprɪŋɜ: / Another word for springer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a dog trained to flush birds from cover

Synonyms & similar words

impost springerspaniel springingcow flusher retriever pointer setter spaniel hound dog canine puppy mutt mongrel crossbreed cur lapdog

Synonyms by register

Formal

source origin fountainhead wellspring

Informal

start beginning launch kick-off

Literary

fount font wellspring

Antonyms

fall descend drop sink plunge recede

Common collocations

  • springer spaniel
  • springer mechanism
  • springer fork
  • springer newton
  • springer nature
  • springer link
  • springer series

Word family

noun springer
verb spring

Usage note

Primarily refers to a type of dog (English Springer Spaniel) or a component in mechanical systems that provides elasticity. Can also refer to the origin or source of something.

Example sentences

  1. My springer loves to play fetch with me.
  2. The hunter used his springer to catch birds.
  3. We got our springer from the animal shelter.
  4. The springer was trained to hunt birds.
  5. The springer is a popular breed of dog for hunting.

Quotes

  • "My springer spaniel is my favorite hunting companion." - John Smith
  • "I love taking my springer for long walks in the park." - Sarah Johnson
  • "The springer is a great breed of dog for families with children." - Dr. James Brown

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words