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

An avid traveler and diner, Avery Smith knows the most mouthwatering meals can come from unexpected places — like the counter at a gas station. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Solo business travelers who want to work, and couples who want the row to themselves, are obvious buyers. — Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Changes in food, water, and routine while traveling can throw your digestive system off, leading to problems like bloating or travelers’ diarrhea. — T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 17 July 2026

Still untitled, the documentary follows Panamanian Jaime Alemán, a lawyer, diplomat, businessman and one of the world’s most accomplished travelers. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 17 July 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