spoiler — meaning in English

English meaning

• spoiler noun A piece of information that reveals a plot twist or ending before someone experiences it themselves.

Senses

spoiler is used for these senses in English:

• spoiler A document, review or comment that discloses the ending or some key surprise or twist in a story, or the internal rules controlling the behaviour of a video game, etc. [from 1970s]

spoiler — full definition

1. noun A piece of information that reveals a plot twist or ending before someone experiences it themselves.
2. noun A wing-like device on a vehicle designed to reduce lift or improve aerodynamics.
3. noun A competitor who cannot win but affects the outcome by taking votes or points from someone who could.