tracker

[ˈtrækər]

tracker Definition

  • 1a person or thing that tracks or searches for something or someone
  • 2a device that tracks the movements or location of something, especially one used for navigation or fitness purposes

Using tracker: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tracker" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police used a tracker to locate the stolen car.

  • Example

    He wore a fitness tracker to monitor his daily steps.

  • Example

    The wildlife tracker followed the footprints to find the animal.

tracker Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tracker

Phrases with tracker

  • GPS tracker

    a device that uses the Global Positioning System to determine and track the precise location of a vehicle, person, or other asset

    Example

    The company installed GPS trackers on all their delivery trucks.

  • a device that monitors and records physical activity, such as steps taken, calories burned, and distance traveled

    Example

    She uses an activity tracker to help her reach her fitness goals.

  • a software application that helps software developers keep track of reported software bugs in their work

    Example

    The development team uses a bug tracker to manage and prioritize reported issues.

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Summary: tracker in Brief

A 'tracker' [ˈtrækər] is a person or thing that searches for or monitors something or someone. It can also refer to a device used for navigation or fitness purposes, such as a GPS or activity tracker. Examples include 'The police used a tracker to locate the stolen car.' and 'He wore a fitness tracker to monitor his daily steps.' Other types of trackers include bug trackers and wildlife trackers.

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