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

Mark my words, Rosewood will make travelers start regarding Phuket as a tasteful destination, to tack on as the beach break during trips to Bangkok or Singapore. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026

Most travelers surveyed said their biggest regrets occurred as young adults. —Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 June 2026

Busy schedules, being online constantly and work pressure have made a lot of travelers want a slower, more restful time away from home. —Miami Herald, 2 June 2026

August is also peak Mediterranean summer, so travelers should book accommodations well in advance and plan for heat during daytime sightseeing before the night programming begins. —Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 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