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    Lander

    /ˈlændər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A spacecraft designed to descend to and operate on the surface of a planet or moon.
    The lunar lander successfully touched down on the surface of the Moon.
    A person or device that lands.
    The experienced lander guided the beginner through the process of landing safely.
    A type of fishing tackle used for bottom fishing.
    He used a lander to catch fish at the lake bottom.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'land' combined with the suffix '-er', indicating a doer or agent.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    moon lander
    A spacecraft designed to land on the moon.
    lander stage
    The phase of a spacecraft mission focused on landing.

    Related Words

    landing
    The act of bringing a spacecraft or vehicle down to a surface.
    lander module
    The portion of a spacecraft designed specifically for landing.

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is good at landing things.
    He's such a lander when it comes to skateboarding tricks.
    Someone who frequently arrives or shows up.
    He's always the last lander at the parties.