noun

prospector

pruh-SPEHK-tuh

Prospector (noun) means a person who searches an area for valuable minerals, such as gold or oil. Example: “The old prospector spent decades panning for gold in the mountains.”

noun

A person who searches an area for valuable minerals, such as gold or oil.

"The old prospector spent decades panning for gold in the mountains."

How to use prospector

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who searches the land for gold, oil, or other valuable resources.

Common pairings

gold prospector lone prospector oil prospector

Word forms

prospectors plural

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Etymology

From prospect + -or, "one who prospects."

Rhymes for prospector

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prospector” mean?

The word “prospector” means a person who searches an area for valuable minerals, such as gold or oil. In plain terms, someone who searches the land for gold, oil, or other valuable resources.

How do you pronounce “prospector”?

“Prospector” is pronounced pruh-SPEHK-tuh (/ˈpɹɑsˌpɛktɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “prospector” in a sentence?

Here is “prospector” used in a sentence: “The old prospector spent decades panning for gold in the mountains.”

What part of speech is “prospector”?

“Prospector” is a noun.