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ambler

noun

Definition of amblernext
as in walker
a person who travels by foot for exercise or pleasure the state park has a number of easy trails which even the most casual of amblers can enjoy

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Recent Examples of ambler Britain has long been a haven for hikers, amblers, and fans of a brisk stroll in the open air. — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambler
  1. walker
  2. wanderer
  3. pedestrian
  4. hiker
Noun
  • Other reactions raised concerns about people using wheelchairs or walkers trying to get through.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Dog walkers are staying inside, and even a Miami TV reporter known to brave the outside elements ran into the car and did a report from inside the vehicle.
    — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of walker
Noun
  • Connecting with this odd population of wanderers is one of the surprise pleasures of our annual Bishop trip.
    — Brian Laidlaw, Longreads, 1 Sep. 2026
  • My eight women are divided into wanderers, rebels, explorers, and mentors.
    — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of wanderer
Noun
  • Town planning staff recommends the rezoning be denied, in part because the development would have no retail or commercial space and because of pedestrian access challenges, Priest said.
    — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The closures are due to construction of the roughly quarter-mile pedestrian walkway being built between check-in and Terminal B’s gates.
    — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of pedestrian
Noun
  • Trails like Mitchie's Way have been designed specifically with hikers in mind, meaning the whole area is optimized for those looking to just get a good hike in.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The company is pitching this machine as best for walkers, hikers, and low-impact cardio enthusiasts.
    — Bee Wertheimer, PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of hiker

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“Ambler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambler. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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