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spotter

Pronunciation: /ˈspɒtə/

Definition of spotter

noun

[often in combination]
  • a person who looks for or observes a particular thing as a hobby or job:plane-spotters
  • an aviator or aircraft employed in locating or observing enemy positions: [as modifier]:spotter planes
  • (in gymnastics, weight training, etc.) a person stationed to observe the performer and minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • US informal a person employed by a company or business to keep watch on employees or customers.

spotter in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of spotter in the US English dictionary