What does lurker mean?
A person who secretly observes or participates in an online community, forum, or social media platform without revealing their identity. A person who lurks in the background, often waiting for an opportunity to act.
Example
"The forum moderator noticed a lurker who had been reading the thread for hours without contributing to the discussion."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.