Finesentence logo

Tracer: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ”
Add to dictionary

tracer

 

[ หˆtreษชsษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

tracking object

A tracer is a person or a thing that traces. In various contexts, it can refer to a chemical substance that is introduced into a system to determine flow patterns, or a person who tracks down information, people, or things. In law enforcement, tracers may help in locating missing persons or fugitives. In the sciences, tracers are often used in medical imaging or during experiments to visualize processes. The concept emphasizes the aspect of tracking or following something closely.

Synonyms

follower, pursuer, tracker

Examples of usage

  • The detective acted as a tracer to find the missing person.
  • Researchers used a radioactive tracer to study blood flow.
  • The military deployed tracers to track enemy movement.
  • Using a tracer dye helped us see the water flow in the pipes.
Context #2 | Noun

ammunition type

In a military context, a tracer refers to a type of ammunition that is designed to leave a visible trace as it travels through the air. Tracers are typically used in small-arms fire and artillery rounds to help shooters see the trajectory of their fire, helping to adjust aim more effectively. This type of ammunition is often used in combat scenarios for visual reference during night operations or areas with low visibility. However, they can also reveal the shooterโ€™s position to the enemy.

Synonyms

indicator round, visual round

Examples of usage

  • The soldier loaded tracer rounds for better accuracy at night.
  • Using tracers allowed the crew to adjust the fire quickly.
  • Tracers can be dangerous as they illuminate the shooter's location.
  • During training, they used tracer ammunition to demonstrate shooting techniques.

Translations

Translations of the word "tracer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rastreador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅเคฐเฅ‡เคธเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tracker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pelacak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะฐัะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tracer

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฌใƒผใ‚ตใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท traceur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trazador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท izleyici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ”์ ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุนู‚ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sledovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sledovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟฝ่ธชๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sledi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fylgjari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะดะฐา“ะฐะปะฐัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒ•แƒ“แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ izlษ™yici

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rastreador

Etymology

The word 'tracer' originates from the verb 'trace', which comes from the Latin term 'tractus', the past participle of 'tractere', meaning 'to pull or draw'. This Latin root reflects the idea of following, drawing along, or tracking something. The noun form began appearing in English in the mid-19th century, initially in the context of drawing or tracking. In the realm of firearms and military use, the term took on a more specialized meaning in the early 20th century, aligning with technological advances in ammunition and warfare that necessitated a visible method for tracking bullets. As modern warfare evolved, so did the applications of the word, extending into science and various tracking technologies, making 'tracer' an important term in both military and scientific vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,169, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.