traveler
noun
trav·el·er
ˈtra-və-lər 
ˈtrav-lər
variants
or traveller
1
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
Examples of traveler in a Sentence
Groups of travelers were everywhere that summer.
The airport can handle large numbers of travelers.
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Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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According to two flight attendants—Karen Young, who has 47 years of experience, and Crista Treat, who takes her airport outfits just as seriously as her vacation looks—far too many travelers still fall short.
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Zion National Park Many national park travelers plan itineraries that include multiple parks.
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Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
While travelers usually consider factors such as affordability, lodging options or things to do, safety is also often top of mind.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 25 July 2025
According to two flight attendants—Karen Young, who has 47 years of experience, and Crista Treat, who takes her airport outfits just as seriously as her vacation looks—far too many travelers still fall short.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
Zion National Park Many national park travelers plan itineraries that include multiple parks.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for traveler
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“Traveler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traveler. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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