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Definition of spotter
spotter
/ˈspɑːtər/
spot · ter
Plural:spotters
spotter Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A person who watches over and assists someone performing a physical exercise, such as weightlifting or gymnastics, in order to prevent injury.
Example
"Always ask a spotter to stand behind you when attempting a heavy bench press at the gym."
2
A person whose job or role is to watch for and report the presence, position, or movement of particular objects, people, or hazards.
Example
"During the auto race, the driver relied on her spotter in the stands to warn her about accidents ahead on the track."
3
A hobbyist who observes and records specific types of vehicles or wildlife, such as trains, aircraft, or birds.
Example
"Several plane spotters gathered near the airport perimeter fence with their cameras and binoculars."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Spotter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/spotter