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

But today, with the rise of semi-private airlines and new apps that simplify the booking experience, the industry has become more accessible for value-conscious, high-net-worth travelers. —Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026

Our expert take The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card is an affordable card that makes sense for the occasional Southwest traveler. —Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026

This inland route, protected from sea storms and pirates, enabled travelers to journey safely up and down the coast as if on a modern interstate highway. —Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026

Apologies to any travelers who were delayed. —Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 10 Apr. 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