1. a hunter, especially one who hunts on foot
Usage: from German
2. a member of certain elite infantry units
Usage: military; historical
3. a large seabird that pursues other birds to steal their food
Usage: ornithology

Examples

• The experienced jager tracked the deer through the forest.
• German jager units were known for their marksmanship skills.
• The jager harassed the gulls until they dropped their catch.
• He worked as a jager on the estate during hunting season.
• The Arctic jager is a powerful seabird with dark plumage.
• Elite jager battalions served as scouts and sharpshooters.