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
1
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."
2
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."
3
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 notesIn plain EnglishA person whose job is to watch, notice, or help guide someone else by keeping an eye on things.
Common pairings
weight spotter
plane spotter
talent spotter
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Word forms
- Plural
- spotters
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A plane _____ with binoculars stood at the end of the runway.
Etymology
Simply spot plus the agent suffix "-er" — someone who spots things.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for spotter
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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.
