spectator
/spɛkˈteɪtə/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: spectators
Sense 1
Meaning · English
One who watches an event; especially, an event held outdoors.
Noun
Examples
The cheering spectators watched the fireworks.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
One who observes, sees, or views something; an observer.
Noun
Examples
The ſpring diſplaying her elegant taſte, the proud walk of the gold-feathered pheaſant, the light tread of the ſmall-hoofed hind, and the dancing of the ſtar-trained peacock, infuſed joy into the ſoul of the ſpectator of the aſtoniſhing works of the Creator.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “spectator” mean?
One who watches an event; especially, an event held outdoors.
Is “spectator” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.