traveler
UK: ˈtrævələ | US: ˈtrævələr
n. a person who travels, especially for pleasure or exploration
n. (historical) a person employed to inspect and report on roads or railways
traveler = travel<journey> + er<agent noun suffix>
- travel (from Old French travailler, "to work, toil, journey," influenced by Latin tripalium, "a torture device," later evolving to mean "a difficult journey")
- er (agent suffix in English, indicating "one who does something")
Etymology Origin:
The word traveler originates from the Middle English travailen, meaning "to toil or journey." Its roots trace back to the Old French travailler, which initially referred to labor or hardship, reflecting the arduous nature of early journeys. Over time, the meaning softened to denote any journey, and the suffix -er was added to specify "one who travels." The word’s evolution mirrors societal shifts from perilous voyages to modern leisure travel.
The traveler explored ancient ruins in Peru.
As a frequent traveler, she collected stamps from every country.
The railroad company hired travelers to inspect tracks.
The weary traveler rested at the inn after a long day.
Modern travelers often rely on smartphones for navigation.