ranger
/ˈɹeɪ̯nd͡ʒɚ/ noun B2- One who ranges; a rover.
- A roving robber; one who seeks plunder.
- A keeper, guardian, or soldier who ranges over a region (generally of wilderness) to protect the area or enforce the law.
- A dog that beats the ground in search of game.
- In some modern armies, an elite soldier, similar to special forces but often operating in larger units.
- A warrior character, often with wilderness and stealth skill, who typically travels the countryside.
- A character skilled in the use of ranged weapons.
Plural rangers
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