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

Some travelers have even tucked it under the headrest of the seat in front of them (with the passenger’s permission). —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026

Supporters argue the change would simplify travel and reduce confusion for passengers, as baggage policies vary widely between airlines, with some travelers welcoming the idea of standardized rules. —Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026

During segregation, this was one of the properties where Black travelers could spend the night, and King often stayed at the motel when in Memphis. —Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Apr. 2026

Flying is one of the most (if not the most) carbon-intensive activities a traveler can take—and operational initiatives like these are an important part of the industry’s goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. —Megan Wollerton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 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