Spotter

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A spotter is someone trained to look for something. The term has the following special meanings.

• Weather spotter, an individual who observes the weather to inform other groups.
• Storm spotter, a weather spotter who observes specific weather events.
• In the military, a spotter is a member of a sniper team.
• In weight training, a spotter will assist someone lifting a weight for safety; see spotting (weight training).
• In bouldering a spotter is a person who takes care that a falling boulderer lands safely on his/her feet to prevent injuries.
• Transportation enthusiasts who enjoy watching various transport-related activities:
  • Train spotter, a railfan.
  • An aircraft spotter, someone who engages in aircraft spotting.
  • A bus spotter, someone who engages in bus spotting.
• A British term for a police or military intelligence informant.
• Spotter is also a term used in auto racing

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