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

• 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

This is a chic and practical pick for travelers, thanks to the adjustable strap and large one-liter capacity. —Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025

The lore of the position is passed between players like travelers telling tales at a campfire. —Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025

Knowing what weather to expect before hitting the road is essential for travelers, both for planning purposes and safety. —Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025

Experts and travel blogs often highlight Anguilla as a remote, exclusive escape free of shopping malls, cruise ships and high-rises where travelers can soak up crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches and fresh seafood feasts. —Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025

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