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spudder

noun
spud·der | \ˈspədə(r)\
plural -s

Definition of spudder 

1a : one that sets up and operates a well-drilling machine

b : a light duty drilling rig used primarily to start a new well

2a : peeler sense 1b

b : a tool that removes bark from timber : barker, bark spud

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