seeker

[ see-ker ]

noun

1. a person or thing that seeks.
2. Rocketry.
   1. a device in a missile that locates a target by sensing some characteristic of the target, as heat emission.
   2. a missile equipped with such a device.

Word History and Origins

Origin of seeker¹

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50; seek, -er ¹

Example Sentences

On immigration, there was also wide agreement that Canada must look at its capacity to integrate newcomers and asylum seekers.

From BBC

Although Italy is among several member states that already have designated safe countries, it is thought an agreed EU list would deter asylum seekers from targeting those with looser regulations.

From BBC

It accused the party of "scapegoating refugees, asylum seekers, Muslims, Jews and others who do not fit their beliefs".

From BBC

It left officers exposed to "significant risk", the Home Affairs Committee said, in disorder that saw attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and mosques.

From BBC

Job seekers use AI-powered tools to help them improve their resumes, find jobs, auto apply to hundreds of roles and even provide answers on the spot during video interviews.

From Los Angeles Times

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