striker

noun

strik·​er ˈstrī-kər 

1

: one that strikes: such as

a

: a player in any of several games who is striking or attempting to strike a ball

b

: the hammer of the striking mechanism of a clock or watch

c

: a blacksmith's helper who swings the sledgehammer

d

: a worker on strike

2

: a junior enlisted man in the U.S. Navy who has declared an occupational specialty

3

: a forward in soccer

Examples of striker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With the Norwegian striker out injured for the last few weeks, City has rediscovered this control, pushing the outgoing Kevin De Bruyne into a more advanced position where has been able to have a greater influence. —Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025

Meanwhile, star striker Luis Suarez, who is tied for MLS lead with six assists, is not expected to play for personal reasons. —Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 May 2025

Without Vivian following his red card last week, Athletic Club striker Oihan Sancet remains doubtful after missing the first leg. —Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025

With the score 4-0, striker Milan Iloski replaced Lozano for the final 10 minutes, and the Escondido native mustered a ball-skill display that should get him more playing time. —Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing striker

• dolphin striker

Rhymes for striker

• biker
• hiker
• duiker
• hitchhiker

Kids Definition

striker

noun

strik·​er ˈstrī-kər 

: a worker on strike