Definition
orienter
noun
- a person who participates in orienteering, a sport in which competitors navigate between control points using a detailed map and compass
Usage: sports term; commonly used in competitive contexts
Examples
- The orienteer studied the map carefully before starting the race.
- Experienced orienteers can navigate through forests quickly and accurately.
- She trained for months to become a competitive orienteer.
- The orienteer used a compass and topographic map to find the next checkpoint.
- Many orienteers participate in weekend competitions across the country.