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spoiler
noun
A hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag
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ˈspɔɪ.lə
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noun
A hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag
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An airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds
noun
Someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence
noun
Someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war)
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A candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning
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