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

In late 2024, the Las Vegas airport launched a pre-book parking pilot program, allowing travelers to reserve spots in advance for $21 to $28 per day. —Chase Jordan february 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026

Milan is one of the fashion capitals of the world, of course—but the city truly has something to offer for any curious traveler with a craving for art, design, and culinary pleasures. —Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026

Backcountry travelers are urged to check the latest avalanche forecast and current conditions at the Colorado Avalanche Information Center before heading into the mountains. —Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026

There is a strong sense of Aspen’s heart in this gem of a hotel—and it’s celebrated by those locals, travelers, and celebrities who àpres, dine, and book stays here. —Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 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