commuter

noun

com·​mut·​er kə-ˈmyü-tər 

1

: a person who commutes (as between a suburb and a city)

2

: a small airline that carries passengers relatively short distances on a regular schedule

Examples of commuter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The George Washington Bridge walkways are used by commuters and recreational users alike. — Nick Caloway, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

Work is underway to replace the failing Eckert Bridge in Boise’s Barber Valley, which means commuters can expect detours for the next two years. — Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2026

Motorists, fed up with the second malfunction of the week, got out of their cars and lifted the arms so others could drive under, either venturing into or out of the Folsom Boulevard commuter traffic. — Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Back in the day, Suffolk was a commuter school favored by working people. — David Shribman, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing commuter

• commuter rail
• commuter train

Rhymes for commuter

• computer
• polluter
• recruiter
• microcomputer
• minicomputer
• supercomputer
• neuter
• pewter
• router
• scooter
• shooter
• suitor