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hunter
noun hunt·er \ˈhən-tər\
: a person who hunts wild animals
: a person who searches for something
: a strong horse that people use when they hunt foxes
Full Definition of HUNTER
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: one that searches for something
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: a pocket watch with a hinged protective cover
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First Known Use of HUNTER
13th century
Hunter
biographical name Hun·ter \ˈhən-tər\
Definition of HUNTER
John 1728–1793 British anatomist & surgeon
Hunter
geographical name Hun·ter \ˈhən-tər\
Definition of HUNTER
river 287 miles (462 kilometers) SE Australia in E New South Wales flowing E into the Pacific
HUNTERS Defined for Kids
hunter
noun hunt·er \ˈhən-tər\
Definition of HUNTER for Kids
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: a person who hunts wild animals
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: a dog or horse used or trained for hunting
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: a person who searches for something <a bargain hunter>
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