traveler

[ trav-uh-ler, trav-ler ]

noun

traveling salesman.
part of a mechanism constructed to move in a fixed course.
Textiles. (in ring spinning) a small metal device that moves rapidly around the ring and guides the yarn onto the revolving bobbin.
Nautical.
- a metal ring or thimble fitted to move freely on a rope, spar, or rod.
- Also called horse . the rope, spar, or rod itself.
Also trav·eler cur·tain. Theater. a transverse curtain opened by being drawn from both sides of the proscenium.
(often initial capital letter)Chiefly British. a member of any of a number of traditionally itinerant peoples of the British Isles and other English-speaking areas, including, in addition to people of Romani origin, Indigenous groups such as the speakers of Shelta.

Origin of traveler

First recorded in 1325–75; Middle English travaillour; see travel, -er¹

Vastly outnumbered by halfwits and fellow travellers, I reached for the most conciliatory point available.
No Mas Democracia | Michael Moynihan | February 19, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
Air Tran built its new market by being a budget airline for business travellers—it has just equipped its fleet with WiFi.
What to Know About Airline Safety Records | Clive Irving | August 24, 2009 | THE DAILY BEAST
Jos lifted himself on his elbow, and fixing his shining eyes on Ramona, said in Spanish, "My mother asks if you are travellers?"
Ramona | Helen Hunt Jackson
The chesnut woods of Antero de Herrares opened their enamelled glades before the travellers.
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4 | Jane Porter
In the room were several other travellers seated upon the floor, which was covered with oiled paper and grass mats.
Our Little Korean Cousin | H. Lee M. Pike

Otherwise the thin-walled houses would have been slight protection for the sleeping travellers.
Our Little Korean Cousin | H. Lee M. Pike
It is called the "travellers' drink" because any one, on breaking off a stalk, can obtain a cool draught.
Alila, Our Little Philippine Cousin | Mary Hazelton Wade

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