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

Surrounded by luxurious homes and lush landscaping, its location is a destination all on its own—offering visitors DIY architecture tours, birdwatching, and mountain views. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026

Every day, up to 9,000 visitors descend into the mine, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. —Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026

Disneyland Resort’s high percentage of California visitors has helped mitigate a dip in international tourists, an executive said Thursday. —Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026

Endless gastronomic delights, diverse architecture, and neighborhoods packed with character ensure visitors have everything but a boring trip to the large coastal metropolis. —Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 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