noun

spotter

SPOT-uh

Spotter (noun) means someone who watches for and identifies something, often as a lookout or assistant. Example: “A plane spotter with binoculars stood at the end of the runway.”

noun

Someone who watches for and identifies something, often as a lookout or assistant.

"A plane spotter with binoculars stood at the end of the runway."

"The gym had a spotter standing by in case he dropped the bar."

A second person in a sniper or shooting team who tracks targets and feeds information to the shooter.

"The spotter called out the wind conditions before the shot."

Someone who guides a driver or crane operator backing into a tight space.

"The spotter waved the truck back until it cleared the wall."

How to use spotter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person whose job is to watch, notice, or help guide someone else by keeping an eye on things.

Common pairings

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Word forms

spotters plural

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Etymology

Simply spot plus the agent suffix "-er" — someone who spots things.

Synonyms

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watch scout lookout sentinel finder picket sentry discoverer lookout man

Related words

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Rhymes for spotter

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spotter” mean?

The word “spotter” means someone who watches for and identifies something, often as a lookout or assistant. In plain terms, a person whose job is to watch, notice, or help guide someone else by keeping an eye on things.

How do you pronounce “spotter”?

“Spotter” is pronounced SPOT-uh (/ˈspɑ.tɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “spotter” in a sentence?

Here is “spotter” used in a sentence: “A plane spotter with binoculars stood at the end of the runway.”

What part of speech is “spotter”?

“Spotter” is a noun.

How many meanings does “spotter” have?

“Spotter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who watches for and identifies something, often as a lookout or assistant.

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