Spoiler
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
a candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning
Framework senses
- §1
- a hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag
- §2
- an airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds
- §3
- someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence
- §4
- someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war)
- §5
- a candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning