spotter
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- noun
- /ˈspɑːtər/
- Jargon
:
compañero de apoyo
- It's essential to train with a spotter to avoid injuries when trying new exercises.
- use a spotter
Examples
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In the sport of weightlifting, it is important to use a spotter in free weight exercises that could cause injury, such as the bench press or squat.
Academic text (1990) -
The primary job of the spotter is to give assistance to the weight lifter when they are not capable of controlling the lifted weight.
Academic text (1990) -
Final words: stay safe out there, use a spotter when needed, and have fun.
Blog text (4) -
Who wants to be my spotter?
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l could use a spotter.
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I'm just the spotter, remember?
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The spotter is there to help, not to get in a workout as well.
Blog text (26) -
The spotter often provides motivation in the form of words of encouragement.
Academic text (1990) -
Oftentimes, lifters find security in the fact that a spotter is there should they fail.
Blog text (26) -
Always have a spotter while lifting heavy weights to ensure safety.
Synonyms
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A person who holds the safety rope for a climber
How Attentive
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Spotter comes from spot, which can mean 'to see or notice', plus -er, 'one who does'. So at the gym a spotter is the person who watches closely and helps you for safety while you lift.