Prowler
noun
A person who moves in a quiet way to avoid notice, usually with a bad intent.
Police are warning local residents about a prowler in the area.
Often appears as...
- night prowler
- suspected prowler
noun
A type of boat, aircraft, or vehicle designed to move quickly and quietly, used for reconnaissance, hunting, or fishing.
He decided to buy a prowler for his fishing trips.
Often appears as...
- fishing prowler
- hunting prowler
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A person who moves in a quiet way to avoid notice, usually with a bad intent.
Police are warning local residents about a prowler in the area.
Often appears as...
- night prowler
- suspected prowler
noun
A type of boat, aircraft, or vehicle designed to move quickly and quietly, used for reconnaissance, hunting, or fishing.
He decided to buy a prowler for his fishing trips.
Often appears as...
- fishing prowler
- hunting prowler
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'prowler' often implies a threat or danger when describing a person.
The neighborhood watch alerted everyone to the presence of a prowler.
Pro Tip 2/3Stealthy Movement
'Prowler' indicates moving quietly and with caution to avoid being seen.
The security camera captured a prowler sneaking around the backyard.
Pro Tip 3/3Criminal Activity
A 'prowler' is often associated with illegal activities like burglary or trespassing.
Residents reported a prowler looking through windows late at night.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'prowler' often implies a threat or danger when describing a person.
The neighborhood watch alerted everyone to the presence of a prowler.
Pro Tip 2/3Stealthy Movement
'Prowler' indicates moving quietly and with caution to avoid being seen.
The security camera captured a prowler sneaking around the backyard.
Pro Tip 3/3Criminal Activity
A 'prowler' is often associated with illegal activities like burglary or trespassing.
Residents reported a prowler looking through windows late at night.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'prowler' often implies a threat or danger when describing a person.
The neighborhood watch alerted everyone to the presence of a prowler.
Pro Tip 2/3Stealthy Movement
'Prowler' indicates moving quietly and with caution to avoid being seen.
The security camera captured a prowler sneaking around the backyard.
Pro Tip 3/3Criminal Activity
A 'prowler' is often associated with illegal activities like burglary or trespassing.
Residents reported a prowler looking through windows late at night.
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