dispatcher
n. countablen. a person who sends out vehicles or workers to where they are needed. You usually hear this word when talking about emergency services, taxis, or delivery trucks.
n. a person responsible for receiving messages and coordinating the movement of vehicles, emergency personnel, or equipment. Often used in the context of logistics, public safety, and transportation.
The dispatcher sent an ambulance to the scene immediately.
After receiving the emergency call, the dispatcher coordinated with the nearest police units to ensure a rapid response.
A skilled dispatcher must remain calm under pressure, managing multiple radio frequencies while simultaneously updating the digital tracking system with real-time location data.
From dispatch + -er.
Commonly used in professional contexts involving logistics, emergency services, or fleet management.