1. information that reveals important plot details of a book, movie, or TV show before someone experiences it
Usage: informal
2. aerodynamic devices on vehicles designed to reduce lift or improve airflow
Usage: automotive; aviation
3. people or things that spoil or ruin something

Examples

• Please don’t give me any spoilers about the movie ending.
• The article was full of spoilers for the new season.
• His car has large spoilers on the back for better aerodynamics.
• The race car’s spoilers help it stay stable at high speeds.
• Aircraft use spoilers to reduce lift during landing.
• The protesters were spoilers who disrupted the peaceful event.
• Bad weather can be spoilers for outdoor wedding plans.