rover
/ˈɹəʊvə(ɹ)/ · noun
Meaning
- (usually in the plural) A randomly selected target.
- One who roves, a wanderer, a nomad.
- A vagabond, a tramp, an unsteady, restless person, one who by habit doesn't settle down or marry.
- A vehicle for exploring extraterrestrial bodies.
- (Australian Rules football) A position that is one of three of a team's followers, who follow the ball around the ground. Formerly a position for short players, rovers in professional leagues are frequently over 183 cm (6').
- A defensive back position whose coverage responsibilities are a hybrid of those of a cornerback, safety and linebacker.
- A pirate.
- A pirate ship.
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