shikaree

A shikaree tracks a tiger through the jungle.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A hunter: "shikaree" refers to a person who hunts, especially in South Asia. This term is often used to describe a professional hunter or a guide who assists in hunting expeditions.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The shikaree led the expedition deep into the jungle. (The hunter guided the group through the forest.)
  • Local shikarees are known for their tracking skills. (Professional hunters in the region are recognized for their ability to follow animal trails.)

Advanced Usage

• "shikaree" as a historical term: In colonial contexts, a "shikaree" was often employed by British officers for big-game hunting in India.
  • The maharaja’s shikaree was responsible for organizing the tiger hunt. (The hunter employed by the prince arranged the dangerous pursuit.)

Variants and Related Words

• Shikar (n): the act of hunting; a hunting expedition.

  • They went on a shikar in the Himalayan foothills. (They participated in a hunting trip in the mountain region.)

• Shikari (n): an alternative spelling of "shikaree," used interchangeably.

  • The shikari carried a traditional rifle. (The hunter bore a classic firearm.)

Synonyms

• Hunter: a person who hunts wild animals.
• Tracker: a person skilled in following animal signs.
• Gamekeeper: a person who manages wildlife and hunting on an estate.

Related Idioms

• "Shikaree's eye": a keen ability to spot game or detect subtle movements in nature.
  • With a shikaree's eye, he noticed the deer hiding in the brush. (With a hunter's sharp vision, he observed the hidden animal.)