visitor

noun

vis·​i·​tor ˈvi-zə-tər 

ˈviz-tər

: one that visits

especially : one that makes formal visits of inspection

Synonyms of visitor

• guest

Examples of visitor in a Sentence

The museum gets visitors from all over the world.

Visitors to the office must sign in at the desk.

There's a visitor waiting for you in the lobby.

Recent Examples on the Web

Lewis’ seventh round tripper came in his first at-bat, with a two-run shot to left center field to also plate shortstop Kaelen Culpepper to post the visitors to a 2-0 lead in the top of the opening inning. —Staff Report, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026

When the ad and landing page speak to the same need, visitors have a clearer path forward. —Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 28 May 2026

Outside, the grounds strike a balance between playful and Zen-inspired, with a giant Jeff Koons balloon dog greeting visitors in the circular driveway—a whimsical touch that’s unlikely to convey with the property. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 28 May 2026

Several stakeholders, including executives with the Phillies, Eagles, Flyers and Sixers organizations, said the sports complex is a key driver of the region's economy, hosting more than 300 events and 8 million visitors annually. —Joe Brandt, CBS News, 28 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing visitor

• unique visitor

Rhymes for visitor

• visiter
• inquisitor

Kids Definition

visitor

noun

vis·​i·​tor ˈviz-ət-ər 

ˈviz-tər

: one (as a guest or tourist) that visits