traveler

noun

ˈtra-və-lər How to pronounce traveler (audio)
variants or traveller
Definition of travelernext
as in tourist
a person who travels for pleasure a company that offers guidebooks and maps for travelers

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Recent Examples of traveler One consideration for travelers is the U.S. State Department's warnings. — Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 13 Mar. 2025 For an even better bargain, frequent train travelers or students can invest in 10-ride or six-ride tickets, respectively, and get fares as low as $4 per trip. — Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025 Following the string of recent aviation incidents that has been alarming travelers, a Delta Air Lines captain recently walked out of the cockpit to reassure passengers. — Lilit Marcus, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025 The city welcomes springtime travelers with mild dry-season temperatures and a thriving local culture. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for traveler

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