izler

Izler is a Turkish plural noun meaning traces, marks, footprints, or other signs left by someone or something. The term can denote tangible evidence such as footprints, tire tracks, or tool marks, as well as more metaphorical indications like clues or hints in an investigation. In everyday language, phrases such as "Dağda ayak izleri bulundu" translate to "Footprints were found in the mountains." In professional contexts, izler are used as evidence in forensic science, archaeology, and crime investigations, where investigators collect and analyze traces to reconstruct events.

The related verb form izlemek means "to watch" or "to monitor," but in phrases like "iz sürmek" or "izini sürmek," it means to track or follow a trail. Other common expressions include "iz bırakmak" (to leave traces) and "izleri silmek" (to erase traces).

Izler can also appear as a surname in Turkish-speaking communities, though it is primarily a linguistic term in ordinary use. In literature and media, izler can be employed metaphorically to denote signs of influence, memory, or historical traces left by events or cultures.

Note: While izler is rooted in Turkish, its usage may appear in multilingual contexts where Turkish vocabulary intersects with discussions of archaeology, criminology, or history.