A person who keeps watch of the person performing an activity, in order to help them should they be unable to complete it
For safety reasons, free-divers never train alone Their buddy is referred to as a spotter and will step in to assist if there is any sign of a problem The spotter is trained in the necessary first-aid techniques
a worker employed to apply spots (as markers or identifiers) a worker employed at a dry-cleaning establishment to remove spots
Observes the firing to verify that everything fires properly Also watches for any duds or misfires and notes the locations of fallen debris
An extra pair of eyes for the racecar driver to monitor and warn the driver of accidents, track conditions, or other vehicles near the racecar while attempting to pass or while being passed The spotter talks to the driver via 2-way radio
A spotter of something such as trains or aeroplanes is someone whose hobby is watching and finding out about them. I was a devoted train spotter
{i} person or thing that spots; one whose job is to remove spots from clothing (i.e. at a dry-cleaners); one who keeps watch, lookout; one who sets something in a particular spot
A "partner" who watches over someone who is doing weightlifting exercises, to make sure that the exerciser does not drop a heavily loaded barbell or pair of dumbbells Spotters are used for safety reasons The Soloflex Muscle Machine introduced Americans to the concept of safe home weightlifting (without a spotter) in 1978
In smokejumping, the person responsible for selecting drop targets and supervising all aspects of dropping smokejumpers
A person who helps the weight lifter Spotters encourage the weight lifter, give moral support, help the lifter lift a weight to starting position, prevent any injuries the lifter may cause to him or herself or others