Definition

A person who looks for something or tries to find information.

Example

The searcher spent hours looking for the missing keys.

Conversation

I heard you became a real searcher for rare books now.

Yeah, it's a fun hobby! I love hunting for hidden gems.

That sounds exciting! What have you found lately, oh great searcher?

I recently discovered an old edition of my favorite novel.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Searcher → It is formed from "search" (from Old French *cerchier*, meaning to seek or look for) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A searcher is a person who seeks or looks for something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'looking for' something — 'search' means to seek, and '-er' indicates a person. A searcher is simply a person who seeks.

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