Ranger
(noun)
- A person employed to protect and preserve an area of natural beauty, wildlife, or historical interest, especially a national park or forest.
- A soldier or member of a military unit responsible for security, reconnaissance, and patrol duties in a designated area.
- A member of a police force who patrols a particular area or neighborhood.
Origin:
Mid 16th century: from middle french rangeur, from ranger 'to range', from old french rengier 'to put in a row', from rang 'a row'. the original sense was 'a person who arranges troops in order', later 'a soldier who ranges over a district on horseback', hence the current sense.
Examples:
- The park ranger gave a talk about the wildlife in the park.
- The army ranger was trained for special missions.
- The neighborhood ranger was known for his friendly and approachable demeanor.
- The ranger led a group of hikers on a trail through the mountains.
- The ranger explained the rules and regulations of the park to the visitors.