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 of traveler

• 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

Lmgerbud Sleep Eye Mask Frequent travelers will appreciate this plush satin eye mask that blocks out light on planes and in hotel rooms. —Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025

Club Seabourne Hotel While Culebra is best known for its simple guesthouse and villa rentals, Club Seabourne Hotel is a great choice for travelers looking for the conveniences and amenities of a boutique hotel. —Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025

The findings highlight a nationwide split between travelers drawn to festive city experiences and those chasing warm-weather escapes. —Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2025

Hegranes urged travelers to stay in touch with their airlines in case their flight is delayed or canceled. —Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 29 Nov. 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