digital nomad

noun

plural digital nomads

: someone who performs their occupation entirely over the Internet while traveling

Let's say you're thinking about becoming a digital nomad this summer, making the most of your company's work-from-home policy as borders reopen before the bosses require you back in the office.

—Jenny Gross

especially : such a person who has no permanent fixed home address

Most people have to pay to commute to and from work every day, which also leads to wear and tear on vehicles and the potential for costly repairs. As a digital nomad, Vonwiegen doesn't have to worry about these expenses. That means more money in his pocket—or retirement account.

—Kathryn Mancewicz

Another trend is to eschew both the office and the home and to work more or less permanently on the road. The result is the phenomenon of the digital nomad, a person who uses technology, particularly wireless networking, to work without requiring a fixed address.

—Paul McFedries

compare road warrior

Examples of digital nomad in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Combined with the swiveling dining table, the setup allows several digital nomads to comfortably clack away on their keyboards at the same time – no banging elbows or rubbing knees. —New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026

For business travelers and digital nomads, the network is the room. —Tony Bradley, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026

The state has about the best rural broadband program in the country, opening doors for small businesses and digital nomads alike. —Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026

The digital nomad visa is valid for one year and can be renewed for another year, provided the eligibility requirements are met. —Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for digital nomad

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