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 In October, it was reported that the Japanese government was planning to recruit hunters to halt the rise in bear attacks. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 If hunters come across an infested animal, the USDA encourages them to avoid handling it. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 5 July 2026 The find suggests one of NASA’s most successful planet hunters may still have plenty of surprises hiding in its archives. — Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 6 July 2026 The Elkhorn Ranch is closely associated with Roosevelt’s reinvention as a big-game hunter, an identity and cause that led to the creation of the Boone and Crockett Club in 1887. — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hunter

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hunter

Noun

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
In recurve bow events, an archer will stand over 70 meters away from their target.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 10 June 2026

Definition of archer

Noun

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
Though who’s the better huntsman may never be known, the two have specialized in tracking down quarterbacks and running backs for the Cavs.

— Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 5 Dec. 2025

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