touring

noun

tour·​ing ˈtu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce touring (audio)
Synonyms of touringnext
1
: participation in a tour
2
: cross-country skiing for pleasure

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That could be due to many economic factors — but slower international touring could be contributing. Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026 Although the group’s six touring band members will be Down Under, there is the possibility that three Maiden members could show up. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026 The touring production is led by two excellent actors, Sharon Catherine Brown as Older Allie and Beau Gravitte as Older Noah. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Under his helm, RocHaus brought in local, touring and cover bands and comics and hosted events and receptions. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for touring

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of touring was in 1794

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“Touring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/touring. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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