Definition

A person who participates in the activity of finding or hiding containers, called geocaches, using GPS coordinates.

Example

My friend is an avid geocacher who loves to explore new places while searching for hidden treasures.

Conversation

Have you ever tried being a geocacher?

No, I haven't, but it sounds fun!

It's like a treasure hunt where you search for hidden caches.

That does sound exciting! I might give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Geocacher → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "geō", meaning earth) and "cacher" (from French "cacher", meaning to hide). The word "geocacher" refers to someone who hides or seeks hidden items in various locations on Earth using GPS coordinates.

Memory Tip

Think of 'geo-' meaning 'earth' and 'cacher' meaning 'to hide' — a geocacher is someone who hides treasures on Earth for others to find.

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