backpackers

Definition of backpackersnext
plural of backpacker

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for backpackers
Noun
  • Another recall targets Petzl Nomic and Ergonomic ice climbing axes, which are widely used by ice climbers and mountaineers.
    Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
  • There have also been skydivers, legendary mountaineers, renowned scientists, and heads of state.
    Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • From Eagle Rock, many hikers take Eagle Springs Fire Road to turn this trek into a loop.
    Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
  • In a 911 call played in court, the hikers described seeing a man trying to kill a woman whose face was covered in blood.
    Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Most of the workers, bikers and walkers downtown carrying lunches and drinks past the poles on Tuesday afternoon didn’t seem to notice.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 31 Mar. 2026
  • There are tours available and the cemetery grounds are popular with walkers.
    Jennie Key, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Backpackers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backpackers. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.

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