A person who fights; a combatant. / A warrior; fighting soldier. / A pugnacious, competitive person.

plural of fighter

(military aviation) A military aircraft designed to operate in combined roles of attacking enemy aircraft and bombing targets; usually faster and more maneuverable than a traditional bomber.

(aircraft, military) A military aircraft primarily designed to attack enemy aircraft. Frequently shortened to fighter.

A person involved in armed conflict against an occupation, or oppressive government, etc.; a revolutionary, an insurgent, a rebel or insurrectionist.

A pilot trained in using and assigned to pilot a fighter plane.

plural of fighter pilot

A person who fights inside a cage.

Any of various unidentified flying objects, as reported by Allied pilots during World War II.

plural of foo fighter