archer

noun

Definition of archernext
as in sportsman

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Recent Examples of archer Desperate from thirst, Husayn rode out of the camp with his infant son to appeal for water, but an enemy archer shot an arrow through the child’s neck. — Mary Thurlkill, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2026 The film’s narrative kicks into gear when the legendary sun-shooting archer vanishes during a mission to rescue the dying sun, prompting Chang Er to embark on a perilous journey to the moon’s dark side alongside an earthbound bandit who crash-lands into her world. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026 Lambert High School junior Anushka Nag didn't grow up dreaming of becoming an elite archer — but one summer activity changed everything. — Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 28 Nov. 2025 Standing tall in individual cases are a kneeling archer, a standing archer, an armored warrior, a high-ranking officer and a young attendant. — Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for archer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for archer
  1. sportsman
  2. huntress
  3. hunter
  4. gunner
  5. sportswoman
  6. falconer
  7. huntsman
  8. fowler
Noun
  • Here is a film where fascists literally organize a soccer game for propaganda purposes, hoping to stage a sportsman-like event that will soften the public perception of their brutal regime.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 19 June 2026
  • That sportsmen’s movement, driven by the men who loved to hunt big animals, took hold in the Alleghenies too.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Definition of sportsman
Noun
  • An unconventional friendship with the rebellious, daring huntress Sely supports her journey to self-realisation and acceptance.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
  • The ballet, about the romance between a regal huntress and a simple shepherd in ancient Greece, features Léo Delibes’ memorable score.
    — Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2026
Definition of huntress
Noun
  • Your hyperactive dog catches the scent of a deer and, powered by his hunter's instinct, disappears in the forest.
    — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 11 July 2026
  • Last year, Russian lawmaker Sergey Mironov suggested Svalbard should be renamed the Pomor Islands, in reference to a group of Russian hunters and trappers present on the archipelago centuries ago.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
Definition of hunter
Noun
  • This mode lets one player control the Arwing's pilot (me in this instance), while the other plays the gunner (Jordan), both using a single Joy-Con.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 27 June 2026
  • Built by Boeing, the eight-engine B-52 Stratofortress can carry a crew of up to five — a flight commander, a pilot, a radar navigator, an electronic warfare officer and a tail gunner.
    — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
Definition of gunner
Noun
  • Few manage to design and book high-end active trips with more finesse than the Canadian, herself an avid sportswoman.
    — The Editors, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
  • The sportswoman has filed a police report with Metro’s Summerlin Area Command, according to the outlet.
    — Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Definition of sportswoman
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
Definition of falconer
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
  • The Fowlers have three children — including a son and daughter who are also Chapman alumni — 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and divide their time between residences on the East and West Coasts.
    — Orange County Register, Orange County Register, 28 Mar. 2017
Definition of fowler

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