noun
- plural of locater; people or devices that find or identify the position of something
Usage: less common spelling of ‘locators’
Examples
- The search team used electronic locaters to find the missing hikers.
- Metal locaters helped archaeologists discover buried artifacts.
- GPS locaters made it easier to track the delivery trucks.
- The locaters quickly identified the source of the gas leak.
- Emergency locaters are essential equipment for mountain rescue teams.