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

But Churchill also hosts another annual wildlife spectacle, said Oliver Smith in the Financial Times – one that attracts fewer visitors but is equally worth seeing. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 6 Sep. 2026

Inside, visitors will find a significant slice of Lucas’ private collection, amassed over five decades and spanning art, costumes, movie props and memorabilia, with more than 1,300 objects currently displayed across 30 galleries. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026

The curators are expecting at least seven hundred thousand visitors over ten months. — John Phipps, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2026

While some via ferratas cater to expert rock climbers looking for tough challenges, Tahoe’s encourages visitors of all ages and fitness levels to try it out and test their abilities. — Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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