visitor

noun

vis·​i·​tor ˈvi-zə-tər 

ˈviz-tər

: one that visits

especially : one that makes formal visits of inspection

Synonyms of visitor

• guest

Examples of visitor in a Sentence

The museum gets visitors from all over the world.

Visitors to the office must sign in at the desk.

There's a visitor waiting for you in the lobby.

Recent Examples on the Web

Authorities closed the park to visitors Saturday and Rudijanta Tjahja Nugraha, the park chief, said the shutdown would remain in effect until further notice. — ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026

Orlando had 18 shots, six on target, and hit the goal frame twice, but could not match the visitors’ efficiency. — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026

Portions of a Maryland state park remain closed to visitors after two people were attacked by rabid beavers in the past two weeks. — Maia Nehme, Washington Post, 8 Aug. 2026

Around her, visitors sample Korean food, browse cosmetics, test their knowledge in quizzes and take part in K-pop dance contests. — John Bartlett, NPR, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing visitor

• unique visitor

Rhymes for visitor

• visiter
• inquisitor

Kids Definition

visitor

noun

vis·​i·​tor ˈviz-ət-ər 

ˈviz-tər

: one (as a guest or tourist) that visits