This is the 8784th most frequent Dutch word.
jager
Hunter.
In this sentence, 'jager' refers to a person who hunts animals, its primary meaning.
De jager joeg door het bos op zoek naar wild.
The hunter hunted through the forest searching for game.
Here, 'jager' means hawk or another bird of prey, highlighting a secondary meaning in certain contexts.
De jager vliegt snel door de lucht op zoek naar voedsel.
The hawk flies swiftly through the air searching for food.
In this case, 'jager' metaphorically refers to someone actively pursuing targets or goals, demonstrating its figurative usage.