navigator

noun
UK: /ˈnævɪɡeɪtər/
US: /ˈnævɪɡeɪtər/

  1. A person who plans and controls the route of a ship, aircraft, car, or other vehicle, especially using specialist equipment.

    1. The navigator checked our position on the map frequently.
    2. As a skilled navigator, she guided the ship safely through the treacherous waters.

  2. A person who finds the right way to deal with difficult situations.

    1. He is a good navigator in the complex world of politics.
    2. She acted as a navigator, helping the team find solutions and move forward effectively.

  3. A piece of computer software or a part of a website that helps you to find information.

    1. Use the navigator to find the page you need.
    2. The website's navigator made it easy to find what I was looking for quickly.

Synonyms

pilot guide steersman helmsman explorer pathfinder
navigator verb

  1. To find the right way to deal with a difficult situation.

    1. I can help you to navigate the tax system.
    2. She expertly navigated the complexities of the contract negotiation process.

  2. To find the direction and control the movement of a ship or aircraft.

    1. They had to navigate in fog.
    2. The captain navigated the ship through the dangerous storm, ensuring everyone's safety.

  3. To find your position and the direction you need to go, for example by using a map.

    1. We navigated using a map and compass.
    2. Hikers must be skilled to navigate the remote trails of the national park.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "navigator" in English means: A person who plans and controls the route of a ship, aircraft, car, or other vehicle, especially using specialist equipment., A person who finds the right way to deal with difficult situations., A piece of computer software or a part of a website that helps you to find information..

The phonetic transcription of "navigator" is /ˈnævɪɡeɪtər/ in British English and /ˈnævɪɡeɪtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "navigator": pilot, guide, steersman, helmsman, explorer, pathfinder.

Example usage of "navigator": "The navigator checked our position on the map frequently.". More examples on the page.