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

While the institution previously displayed Trump against a black background with his hands folded in front of him, visitors will now see a new black-and-white photo by White House photographer Daniel Torok. —Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026

The Charlotte area welcomed 33 million visitors during the last fiscal period. —Chase Jordan january 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026

Educational animals help make learning about nature an up-close and interesting experience for the many visitors to Ernie Miller Park and Nature Center. —Beth Lipoff, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2026

Hospital administrators immediately put Hannah in a secluded room with someone at the door to keep all visitors out. —CBS News, 11 Jan. 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