Definition

A type of vehicle, often a car or bicycle, that is designed for long journeys or travel, typically with comfort and convenience in mind.

Example

We rented a tourer for our road trip across the country.

Conversation

Have you seen my new car? It's a really cool tourer!

Yeah, I saw it parked outside. It looks great!

Thanks! I can't wait to take it on a road trip this weekend.

That sounds awesome! A tourer is perfect for long drives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tourer → It is formed from "tour" (from Old French *tour*, meaning a journey or a turn) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A tourer is a person who goes on a journey or takes a tour.

Memory Tip

Think of someone going on a 'journey' ('tour') — the '-er' just means a person. A tourer is someone who takes a journey.

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