Thesaurus results for HUNTER

hunter

noun

ˈhən-tər

Definition of hunter

as in archer

a person who hunts game hunters must have a license to shoot deer

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Recent Examples of hunter The full moon following the harvest moon is known as the hunter’s moon. — Karlee Van De Venter, Idaho Statesman, 6 Oct. 2026 This means hunters and anglers contribute quite significantly to conservation, while the benefits extend far beyond them to all Coloradans and our wildlife. — Kody Lostroh, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026 The proposal is drawing concern from horseback riders like Simons and hunters, hikers and other outdoor recreationists, as well as tribal groups with treaty rights across the Great Lakes region. — Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026 Emma Hussey, an Australian criminologist, has focused her research on pedophile hunters in the US. — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hunter

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hunter

Noun

My editor at Vulture has informed me that this is the name of the mysterious archer who iced Criston from across that field.

— Brian Grubb, Vulture, 27 July 2026
At times, Richie can be defiant and at other times respectful, depending on the circumstances, deepening his innate affinity with the archer.

— Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

Definition of archer

Noun

Its eight legs span some 28 cm (11 inches), a measurement just barely bested by our next spider, the giant huntsman.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
Orion was a giant huntsman whom Zeus placed amongst the stars, securing his place in heroic tales for all time.

— Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026

Definition of huntsman

Noun

Master falconer Rebecca Rosen introduces the concept of eco-friendly pest control while hawks, falcons and owls swoop and call overhead.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 5 June 2026
His campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear, now a top adviser at the nation's health department, said roadkill was how Kennedy, a longtime falconer, fed his birds.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 May 2026