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jager

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈjeɪɡər/

KK: /ˈjā-gər/

noun
Definition

A type of sharpshooter or a bird that is known for chasing other birds to steal their food.


Example

The jager is known for its impressive hunting skills in the sky.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that jager chasing the other gulls at the beach yesterday?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was really impressive how fast it flew after them!
Sloth A
I read that jagers are known for their sharp hunting skills.
Sloth B
They really are, and they can be quite aggressive when they want food.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sharpshooter
hunter
pursuer
Antonyms
target
prey
victim
Root Explanation

The word 'jager' comes from the German word 'Jäger', meaning hunter. It is derived from the verb 'jagen', which means to hunt. The term refers specifically to someone who hunts, often in a sporting context.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hunter' in German ('Jäger') — this helps you remember that 'jager' refers to someone who hunts.

Visually Confused Words
jagger
jaeger
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jangler
jaggery
wager
rager
pager
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