kicker

noun

kick·​er ˈki-kər 

1

: one that kicks or kicks something

2

: an unexpected and surprising remark, revelation, or set of circumstances

Examples of kicker in a Sentence

The real kicker came when the chairman announced that he was quitting.

Recent Examples on the Web

Boise State redshirt senior kicker Colton Boomer has always been good with his feet. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026

Stone will compete with redshirt freshman kicker Noah McGough, who spent last season as the backup to Ruelas for the starting job. —Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026

Now, fans will decide between Gronkowski, kicker Adam Vinatieri, and offensive lineman Logan Mankins to select who will receive their red jacket at this summer's ceremony. —Matt Schooley, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026

Oddly enough, it was first popularized by Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey doing it in 2024 and unintentionally nailing a cheerleader in the head on the sideline in the process. —Nick Harris april 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for kicker

• bicker
• dicker
• flicker
• liquor
• picker
• quicker
• ricker
• sicker
• slicker
• snicker
• sticker
• thicker