Definition

A person who goes on journeys, especially to faraway places.

Example

The traveller explored many countries during her summer vacation.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real traveller?

Not in person, but I’ve read some amazing stories about them.

I think being a traveller must be so exciting!

Definitely! They have so many unique experiences to share.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Traveller → It is formed from "travel" (from Old French *travailler*, meaning to work or toil) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A traveller is a person who works or toils at moving from one place to another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'toiling' or 'working' ('travailler') to move from one place to another — that's what a traveller does.

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