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/ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A person who navigates; a person responsible for the course of a ship or aircraft.
The navigator plotted our course through the treacherous waters.
A device or software used for determining one's position or direction.
I used a GPS navigator to find the quickest route to the restaurant.
A person who helps others find their way, especially in a more abstract sense.
The career counselor served as a navigator for students exploring their options.
Etymology
Middle English: from Latin navigator, from navigare 'to navigate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
air navigator
A navigator trained to operate aircraft.
sea navigator
A navigator specializing in maritime navigation.
satellite navigator
A device that uses satellites for navigation purposes.
Related Words
navigation
The process of planning and controlling the movement of a vehicle.
navigator's chart
A chart used for navigation, especially in maritime contexts.
wayfinder
A device or person that helps one find their way.
Slang Meanings
A person who is good at finding their way in unfamiliar places.
He's the navigator of our friend group; he always knows where to go.
A GPS application or device.
Just fire up your navigator and it should lead us to the restaurant.