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ranger

1 of 1noun
/ˈreɪndʒər/
Forms:rangers
1

someone whose job is to take care of a forest, park, or an area of countryside

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  • The park ranger led a guided tour, educating visitors about the local wildlife and vegetation.
  • As a forest ranger, his duties included monitoring trails and enforcing safety regulations.
  • The ranger quickly responded to reports of a wildfire, coordinating efforts to contain it.
  • She always wanted to be a ranger, spending her days protecting and preserving natural landscapes.
  • The ranger's cabin was nestled deep in the woods, serving as a base for his conservation work.
2

a member of the Texas State Rangers, historically including mounted officers who maintained order on the frontier

  • The Texas ranger investigated the criminal case.
  • Rangers were stationed along the frontier to maintain peace.
  • The lawman became a ranger after years of service.
  • The ranger patrolled rural areas to enforce the law.
  • Historical accounts describe rangers tracking outlaws on horseback.
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3

a soldier trained for rapid, flexible, and often unconventional combat, typically used in raids or special operations

  • The rangers conducted a surprise raid behind enemy lines.
  • Military rangers are trained for reconnaissance and ambush tactics.
  • The ranger led his team through difficult terrain to reach the target.
  • He served as a ranger in elite commando operations.
  • Rangers often operate in small, highly mobile units.
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