ranger

noun

rang·​er ˈrān-jər 

1

a

: the keeper of a British royal park or forest

b

: forest ranger

2

: one that ranges

3

a

: a member of an armed group who ranges over a region especially to enforce the law

b

: a soldier specially trained in close-range fighting and in raiding tactics

Examples of ranger in a Sentence

She's now a ranger at a national forest in Montana.

We were fortunate enough to get a tour from a ranger when we visited Yellowstone National Park.

Recent Examples on the Web

Eight Forest Service rangers have been paddling across the BWCA to issue evacuation orders, and have also enlisted local officials, outfitters, and resort owners to assist in evacuations. — Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026

State parks rangers and maintenance staff will patrol and maintain the area. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

Along with Metro Fire, Regional Parks rangers typically deploy two boats — one downstream and the other upstream — with additional engine crews and a helicopter to aid victims during a rescue if necessary. — Reeti Malhotra july 10, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

One of the book's nicest touches is its recurring ranger recommendations. — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing ranger

• forest ranger
• lone ranger
• park ranger

Rhymes for ranger

• changer
• danger
• manger
• stranger
• arranger
• endanger
• exchanger

Kids Definition

ranger

noun

rang·​er ˈrān-jər 

1

: forest ranger

2

a

: a member of a body of troops who range over a region

b

: a soldier in an army unit with special training (as parachute jumping and scuba diving) for making surprise attacks and raids