Meaning & Definition of word "Gamekeeper"

Gamekeeper

/ˈɡeɪmˌkiːpər/

1. A person responsible for supervising and managing the game and wildlife on a particular estate or area, especially in relation to hunting.
- Example: The gamekeeper carefully monitored the population of deer on the estate to ensure sustainable hunting.
2. An individual whose job is to protect and manage wildlife, particularly in a hunting context.
- Example: After years of training, she achieved her dream of becoming a gamekeeper in the national park.
3. A keeper of game in a designated area or preserve where hunting is regulated.
- Example: The gamekeeper often organizes hunting trips and educates guests about local wildlife.
4. A staff member employed on a shooting estate, responsible for maintaining the land and supporting the game shooting activities.
- Example: Each year, the gamekeeper prepares the terrain to attract more birds for the upcoming shooting season.

From Middle English, combining 'game' meaning 'wild animals' and 'keeper' meaning 'one who keeps.'

gamekeeper's duties:

Responsibilities related to managing wildlife and maintaining environments for hunting.

under the gamekeeper's watch:

Referring to activities monitored or supervised by a gamekeeper.

warden:

An official responsible for the supervision of a certain area, usually for protection.

steward:

A person who manages or looks after something, often related to land or resources.

Meaning: The boss of the hunting grounds.

Example Sentence: He's the top gamekeeper around here, knows every inch of the land.

Meaning: A person who enforces hunting rules.

Example Sentence: Don't mess with the gamekeeper, he can kick you off the property.