单词 | stopper |
释义 | stop·per ![]() n. 1. A device, such as a cork or plug, that is inserted to close an opening. 2. One that causes something to stop: a conversation stopper. 3. Games A card or cards enabling one to prevent one's opponents from winning all the tricks in a particular suit in a hand of bridge. 4. Baseball A relief pitcher, especially one called upon to protect a lead. 5. Sports a. A player who excels on defense, as in basketball. b. In soccer, a defensive player who plays behind the center midfielder and often guards the opponent's best forward. Also called center back. c. A goalie. tr.v. stop·pered, stop·per·ing, stop·pers To close with or as if with a stopper. |
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