traveler

noun

trav·​el·​er ˈtra-və-lər 

ˈtrav-lər

variants or traveller

1

: one that travels: such as

a

: one that goes on a trip or journey

b

: traveling salesman

2

a

: an iron ring sliding along a rope, bar, or rod of a ship

b

: a rod on the deck on which such a ring slides

3

: any of various devices for handling something that is being transported laterally

Synonyms

• tourist
• visitor

Examples of traveler in a Sentence

Groups of travelers were everywhere that summer.

The airport can handle large numbers of travelers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Its Mudéjar architecture, a hypnotic blend of Islamic artistry and Christian tradition, never fails to captivate travelers. —Nigel Hack, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025

Solo travelers should book the Lake Costance room, a snug and sunny space with a lake view and a single bed. —Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 18 Oct. 2025

Solo travelers treating themselves, couples on romantic getaways, friend groups celebrating milestones. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 Oct. 2025

The advisory, in effect since Saturday morning, warns of slippery road conditions and urges travelers to prepare for winter weather. —Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing traveler

• commercial traveler
• fellow traveler
• traveler's check
• traveler's diarrhea

Rhymes for traveler

• traveller

Kids Definition

traveler

noun

trav·​el·​er

variants or traveller

ˈtrav-(ə-)lər 

: one that travels