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

Private cultural experiences, exclusive access, seasonal culinary events, and authentic local encounters become easier to arrange, allowing travelers to experience destinations in ways that feel both effortless and deeply personal. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026

And adding four seats with extra elbow room is a relatively easy way to create yet another class of seats for travelers within economy plus. — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

The bigger picture For culture-curious travelers, that mindset is a good sign. — Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

The companies describe the technology as analogous to Global Entry for international travelers, in that pre-verified goods move through compliance checks faster because customs isn’t starting a full risk review every time. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 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