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stoper

[ stoh-per ]

noun

  1. a machine for drilling rock from below.


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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of stoper1

First recorded in 1870–75; stope + -er 1
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"Stoper," says Pa, "I've got a whale."

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Well, when I called last week I was shown into the little office as usual, but I found that Miss Stoper was not alone.

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As I came in he gave quite a jump in his chair and turned quickly to Miss Stoper.

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Westaway was the name of the founder of the business, but it is really managed by Miss Stoper.

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In that case, Miss Stoper, I had best inspect a few more of your young ladies.’

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