hunter
ˈhʌntər
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Definition of hunter - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
huntingperson who hunts animals for sport or food
  • The hunter tracked the deer through the forest.
chaser pursuer trapper
2.
searcherperson who searches diligently for something
  • Treasure hunters explored the island for hidden gems.
explorer scout seeker
3.
tracking workdog trained to assist in hunting
  • The hunter relied on his loyal hunter to find the game.
pointer retriever
4.
wildlife ecologyanimal that hunts other animals for food
  • The lion, a skilled hunter, stalked its prey silently..
chaser predator
5.
timekeepingDatedUKwatch with a protective hinged metal lidDatedUK
  • He checked the time on his antique hunter.
pocket watch
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Images of hunter

  • hunter: dog trained to assist in hunting
    dog trained to assist in hunting
  • hunter: animal that hunts other animals for food
    animal that hunts other animals for food
  • hunter: watch with a protective hinged metal lid
    watch with a protective hinged metal lid

Expressions with hunter

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person seeking rare and valuable things
The unicorn hunter searched for the rarest artifacts.
person who hunts deer for sport or food
The deer hunter tracked the animal through the forest.
person who hunts ducks for sport or food
The duck hunter set out before dawn.
person looking for a house to buy or rent
The house-hunter visited several open houses this weekend.
person seeking hidden or lost treasures
As a treasure hunter, she explored ancient ruins for artifacts.
shopper skilled at finding low prices
As a bargain hunter, he never pays full price.

Origin of hunter

Old English, hunta (hunter)

Terms with hunter included in their meaning

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island fauna
large monitor lizard from Indonesia, dangerous hunter with a venomous bite
hunting
object taken as a prize by a hunter
hunting
decoy used in hunting to conceal the hunter
hunter
person who hunts wild animals
hunter
person who hunts with a rifle or shotgun
bug hunter
person who kills roaches
stealthy movement
moving stealthily like a hunter
language
hunter in Italian

Examples of hunter in a sentence

  • Hunters often camp in the woods during the season.
  • Job hunters are actively seeking new opportunities.
  • Bargain hunters flocked to the store for discounts.
  • The hunter barked excitedly at the scent of deer.
  • Trained as a hunter, the dog was invaluable during the hunt.
  • The cheetah is a fast hunter, chasing down its prey with ease.

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  1. French:chasseur, chercheur, ...
  2. German:Jäger, Sucher, ...
  3. Italian:cacciatore, ricercatore, ...
  4. Spanish:cazador, buscador, ...
  5. Portuguese:caçador, cão de caça, ...
  6. Chinese:猎人, 搜寻者, ...
  7. Japanese:ハンター, 探しの人, ...
  8. Arabic:صَيَّاد, بَاحِث, ...
  9. Hebrew:צַיָּד, כֶּלֶב צַיִד, ...
  10. Russian:охотник, искатель, ...
  11. Ukrainian:мисливець, шукач, ...
  12. Hindi:शिकारी, खोजी, ...
huntress
ˈhʌntrəs

Definition of huntress - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

gender specificfemale who hunts
  • The huntress skillfully tracked the deer through the forest..
  • The huntress aimed her bow at the target.
  • A skilled huntress can track animals for miles.
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Origin of huntress

Old English, hunta (hunter) + -estre (female agent)

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  1. French:chasseresse, ...
  2. German:Jägerin, ...
  3. Italian:cacciatrice, ...
  4. Spanish:cazadora, ...
  5. Portuguese:caçadora, ...
  6. Chinese:女猎手, ...
  7. Japanese:女猟師, ...
  8. Arabic:صَيَّادَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:צַיֶּדֶת, ...
  10. Russian:охотница, ...
  11. Ukrainian:мисливиця, ...
  12. Hindi:महिला शिकारी, ...
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