traveler

noun

trav·​el·​er ˈtra-və-lər 

ˈtrav-lər

variants or traveller

1

: one that travels: such as

a

: one that goes on a trip or journey

b

: traveling salesman

2

a

: an iron ring sliding along a rope, bar, or rod of a ship

b

: a rod on the deck on which such a ring slides

3

: any of various devices for handling something that is being transported laterally

Synonyms of traveler

• tourist
• visitor

Examples of traveler in a Sentence

Groups of travelers were everywhere that summer.

The airport can handle large numbers of travelers.

Recent Examples on the Web

What was originally designed as a stopover for travelers heading to Yellowstone today offers guests activities like horseback riding, hiking, and canoeing in the summer and snowmobiling, tubing, and ice fishing during the winter. —Julie Bielenberg, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026

While other Imperial hotels draw business travelers, this property is designed specifically for leisure travelers and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026

Planning Your Next Trip The South’s landmarks serve as windows into American history, geography and culture — and the region rewards curious travelers at every turn. —Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026

Use apps and online forums to connect with other solo female travelers. —Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing traveler

• commercial traveler
• fellow traveler
• traveler's check
• traveler's diarrhea

Rhymes for traveler

• traveller

Kids Definition

traveler

noun

trav·​el·​er

variants or traveller

ˈtrav-(ə-)lər 

: one that travels