Retriever

/rɪˈtriːvər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of dog trained to retrieve game for hunters.

The golden retriever is known for its friendly nature and retrieving abilities.

A device or machine designed to recover data or information.

The data retriever helped us recover the lost files from the damaged hard drive.

A person who retrieves; someone who fetches or collects something.

As a retriever of lost items, she had a knack for finding things that others couldn't.

From the verb 'retrieve', meaning to get back or recover.

golden retriever

A breed of dog known for its friendly nature.

field retriever

A retriever trained for hunting in outdoor settings.

service retriever

A retriever trained to assist individuals with disabilities.

retrieve

To get back or recover something.

retrieval

The act of getting something back.

A person who fetches or collects things quickly.

He's such a good retriever in the office, always bringing back what we need.

A casual term for a friend who helps gather or pick up items.

Can you be my retriever for tonight's party supplies?