Thesaurus results for WALKER

walker

noun

ˈwȯ-kər

Definition of walker

as in wanderer

a person who travels by foot for exercise or pleasure I began to lose weight after I gave up my sedentary lifestyle and became a daily walker

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Recent Examples of walker Runners, cyclists, gym-goers, tennis and pickleball players, and weekend walkers may experience leg fatigue or discomfort after physical activity. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 The event welcomes runners, walkers, families and supporters of all ages. — Debby Rice, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026 The walks have been held for decades in the Chicago area, but in the last two years, Deb Havighorst, of Homewood, has come on strong with the group, bringing 25 walkers to Mokena to support her and the cause. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 Longer hikes often require a minimum of six walkers due to the possibility of encountering aforementioned bears. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for walker

Recent Examples of Synonyms for walker

Noun

My eight women are divided into wanderers, rebels, explorers, and mentors.

— Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
The constant wanderer’s favorite place to jet off to is Italy, especially Rome, which inspired the name of her 4-year-old daughter.

— Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of wanderer

Noun

Some, like Carter Park resident David Martinez, think that adding the pedestrian and bike infrastructure was a political move without the interests of the community in mind.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026
After an intense police manhunt, Sandifer was found dead, his body lying in the mouth of a pedestrian walkway at 108th Street and Dauphin Avenue.

— Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of pedestrian

Noun

Following medical evaluations, two hikers showed signs of hypothermia and were taken to a hospital.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Shenandoah National Park is a hiker’s delight with hundreds of miles of trails and countless opportunities to commune with nature.

— Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026