noun
jaeger
YAY-guh
Jaeger (noun) means any of several predatory seabirds known for chasing other birds to steal their food. Example: “A jaeger swooped in to rob the gull of its catch.”
noun
1
Any of several predatory seabirds known for chasing other birds to steal their food.
"A jaeger swooped in to rob the gull of its catch."
2
Historically, a rifleman or sharpshooter, especially in German-speaking armies.
"The regiment of jaegers was known for its marksmanship."
How to use jaeger
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a fast, aggressive seabird that steals food from others, or an old military term for a skilled rifleman.
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Etymology
Borrowed from German Jäger, meaning "hunter."
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What does “jaeger” mean?
The word “jaeger” means any of several predatory seabirds known for chasing other birds to steal their food. In plain terms, either a fast, aggressive seabird that steals food from others, or an old military term for a skilled rifleman.
How do you pronounce “jaeger”?
“Jaeger” is pronounced YAY-guh (/ˈjeɪɡəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jaeger” in a sentence?
Here is “jaeger” used in a sentence: “A jaeger swooped in to rob the gull of its catch.”
What part of speech is “jaeger”?
“Jaeger” is a noun.
Where does the word “jaeger” come from?
The word “jaeger” comes from German. Borrowed from German Jäger, meaning "hunter.".
How many meanings does “jaeger” have?
“Jaeger” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: any of several predatory seabirds known for chasing other birds to steal their food.
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