holidaymakers

noun

plural of holidaymaker, chiefly British
as in vacationers

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  1. tourists
  2. travelers
  3. sightseers
  4. visitors
Noun
  • Americans felt a sense of national pride from the throngs of international tourists who fell in love with Walmart and ranch dressing.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • The parades — accompanied by dances, music and song — draw large crowds and tourists every year.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
Definition of tourists
Noun
  • Whether discovering familyrun wineries, exploring historic neighborhoods with local experts, or simply lingering over lunch in a quiet piazza, travelers have the freedom to engage with each destination at their own pace.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
  • But morning travelers include schoolchildren, teen drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and workers who may be tired or hurried.
    — Chris Hardesty, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of travelers
Noun
  • The coverage of the latest chapter in the Reflecting Pool’s story has attracted news reporters and sightseers putting their hands in the murky waters.
    — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 June 2026
  • Only a few sightseers lingered in the area to snap images of the Soldiers & Sailors Monument.
    — Cindi Andrews, IndyStar, 25 May 2026
Definition of sightseers
Noun
  • Many visitors walked by the hotel and would stop off at its bars and restaurants.
    — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
  • Most visitors use the cities of Waycross and Folkston as bases (lodging and dining) for exploring the swamp.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of visitors
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