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

Even the heartiest of travelers can experience altitude sickness there and may require supplemental oxygen. — Carrie Kahn, NPR, 7 Nov. 2026

That gives camper travelers the ability to drive cleanly and quietly through city centers, around campgrounds and down deep forest roads. — New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026

Rooms Spacious oases, from rooms to suites, provide travelers plenty of areas to stretch their legs and properly enjoy their accommodations. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

The growing crowds at airport lounges also nudged some travelers over the edge. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 6 Nov. 2026

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