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

Crowds have comprised people young and old, parents with their kids, even commuters from Indianapolis and Wisconsin. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026

The Smart Bike isn't just gimmicks, though – the whole package sounds like a pretty sensible city commuter. — New Atlas, 18 July 2026

Employers staggered work schedules, commuters mapped alternate routes and many residents avoided the city altogether. — Andrea Clement, AJC.com, 17 July 2026

Two men walking nearby fell into the sinkhole, and by Thursday morning rush hour, a line of cars could be seen passing it as neighborhood residents and commuters attempted to circumvent the affected area. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 17 July 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