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Meaning of spoiler

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

spoiler

Pronunciation:/ˈspɔɪ.lə//ˈspɔɪ.lɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. One who spoils; a plunderer; a pillager; a robber; a despoiler.

  2. One who corrupts, mars, or renders useless.

  3. A document, review or comment that discloses the ending or some key surprise or twist in a story, or the internal rules controlling the behaviour of a video game, etc.

  4. A device to reduce lift.

verb

Definitions

  1. To mark (a document or message) with a spoiler warning, to prevent readers from accidentally learning details they would prefer not to know.

  2. To tell (a person) details of how a story ends etc.

    Example: I've been spoilered, so I doubt I'll be able to enjoy the final episode.