spotter

/ˈspɑtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who spots or identifies something, especially in a particular context or activity.

“The air traffic spotter alerted the pilots to the bad weather ahead.”

2. noun

A device or system used to detect or locate something, especially in a particular context or activity.

“The security system uses a motion spotter to alert the guards of potential intruders.”

3. verb

To detect or locate something, especially in a particular context or activity.

“The researcher had to spotter the rare species of bird in the forest.”

4. verb

To watch or observe someone or something, especially in a particular context or activity.

“The coach spotters the players’ technique during the game.”

Synonyms

  • detector
  • identifier
  • observer

Antonyms

  • concealer
  • hider