Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pacer
noun
/ˈpeɪsər/

Definition
A person or animal that paces, especially in a manner that indicates readiness to start a race.

Examples
- The pacer helped the runners maintain their speed throughout the marathon.
- During the race, the pacer stayed ahead of the main group.
- She trained with a pacer to improve her running time.

Meaning
The term refers to someone who sets a pace in a race, helping others maintain a steady speed.

Synonyms
- lead runner
- pace-setter
- front-runner