visitor

noun

vis·​i·​tor ˈvi-zə-tər How to pronounce visitor (audio)
ˈviz-tər
Synonyms of visitornext
: one that visits
especially : one that makes formal visits of inspection

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.
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Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2026 But the Thunder eventually thawed out from an icy start, outscoring the Bulls 36-25 in the fourth quarter to cement the final significant loss of the visitors’ season. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026 The immersive tour is put on by ExperienceFirst Europe, a group that has been hosting curious travelers for over 15 years, Each step is led by a sports-loving Madrid local who brings visitors through Madrid’s cool city streets and stadium alike. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026 The best the visitors could hope was that Sanchez would be a little off, at least enough to get him out of the game and the Rangers into the Phillies’ bullpen, and Nathan Eovaldi would hold down his end. Kevin Sherrington mar. 27, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for visitor

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of visitor was in the 14th century

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“Visitor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visitor. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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visitor

noun
vis·​i·​tor ˈviz-ət-ər How to pronounce visitor (audio)
ˈviz-tər
: one (as a guest or tourist) that visits

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