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 member of 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

On the few occasions Mbappe was able to get into the box, the Real Madrid striker was swarmed by multiple defenders as Spain was determined to make anybody else defeat them. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Josh Sonni-Lambie This tour could be an exciting opportunity for the 18-year-old striker to get a taste of senior action. — Andy Jones, New York Times, 14 July 2026

The Viking striker extraordinaire also plays with Manchester City across the pond. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

The Norwegian striker and social media sensation brought a piece of Texas home with him. — Natalie B. Compton, Washington Post, 14 July 2026

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