ambler

noun

Definition of amblernext
as in walker
a person who travels by foot for exercise or pleasure the state park has a number of easy trails which even the most casual of amblers can enjoy

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Recent Examples of ambler Britain has long been a haven for hikers, amblers, and fans of a brisk stroll in the open air. — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambler
  1. walker
  2. wanderer
  3. pedestrian
  4. hiker
Noun
  • Down a long path, a wooden fence separated walkers from white flowers dotting the expansive grassy landscape.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Taking back control of her people’s narrative is a part-time job of sorts for Brewster-walker.
    — Jason Motlagh, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of walker
Noun
  • Connecting with this odd population of wanderers is one of the surprise pleasures of our annual Bishop trip.
    — Brian Laidlaw, Longreads, 1 Sep. 2026
  • My eight women are divided into wanderers, rebels, explorers, and mentors.
    — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of wanderer
Noun
  • Others wanted to also include bike, transit and pedestrian infrastructure, since if people can only drive, that means more cars on the road.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Upon arrival, officers found the pedestrian unresponsive in the street.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of pedestrian
Noun
  • Mount Taishan is the tallest peak in the province, and while there are several routes for hikers, some more challenging than others, and the longest climb features more than 7,000 steps.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
  • In October 2025, a grizzly bear injured two hikers in British Columbia's McGregor Mountain area, northeast of Prince George.
    — Ahmad Mukhtar, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of hiker

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“Ambler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambler. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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