adventurer
noun
ad·ven·tur·er
əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rər 
1
: someone who seeks dangerous or exciting experiences : a person who looks for adventures: such as
b
: one who engages in risky commercial enterprises for profit
2
somewhat old-fashioned
: one who seeks unmerited wealth or position especially by playing on the credulity or prejudice of others
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Along for the ride will be fellow adventurers Eric Philips of Australia, Jannicke Mikkelsen of Norway and Rabea Rogge of Germany.
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Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
The Tribe, often regarded as a movement, has created a vibrant space for Black travelers to share stories, insights, and resources, helping to build a global network of adventurers.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The sword easily transforms into a pick-axe with the push of a button, so little adventurers can transition from battling zombies to digging for diamonds.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Mar. 2025
In return, the adventurer received the first Lhasa Apso dog that was brought to the U.S.)
McFadden’s initial trek to Tibet with Holkar planted the seeds for the Sacred River Festival — to salute and preserve India’s rich musical and dance heritage, according to Olden.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
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Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
The Tribe, often regarded as a movement, has created a vibrant space for Black travelers to share stories, insights, and resources, helping to build a global network of adventurers.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The sword easily transforms into a pick-axe with the push of a button, so little adventurers can transition from battling zombies to digging for diamonds.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Mar. 2025
In return, the adventurer received the first Lhasa Apso dog that was brought to the U.S.)
McFadden’s initial trek to Tibet with Holkar planted the seeds for the Sacred River Festival — to salute and preserve India’s rich musical and dance heritage, according to Olden.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
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“Adventurer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adventurer. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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adventurer
noun
ad·ven·tur·er
əd-ˈvench-(ə-)rər
1
: a person who looks for adventures
2
: a person who tries to become wealthy or powerful by trickery
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