Meaning of the word spotter in English

What does spotter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spotter

US /ˈspɑː.t̬ɚ/

UK /ˈspɒt.ər/

a person who observes and identifies something, especially aircraft, birds, or trains, as a hobby

Example:

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The plane spotter spent hours at the airport, noting down every aircraft.

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Bird spotters often travel to remote areas to see rare species.

Synonym:

observer watcher detector finder

a person who assists a weightlifter by standing by to take the weight if necessary

Example:

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He asked his friend to be his spotter during his heavy bench press set.

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Always use a spotter when lifting weights, especially if you are pushing your limits.

Synonym:

assistant helper support