The tourist
Example: Tourist travels to places for leisure or exploration
Definition
"The tourist" refers to a person who travels to different places primarily for leisure, exploration, or cultural experiences rather than for work or other obligations. Tourists often visit attractions, engage in sightseeing, and seek enjoyment outside their usual environment.
Etymology
The term "the tourist" derives from the word 'tour,' which comes from the Old French 'tour,' meaning a circuit or journey. The word traces back to the Latin 'tornare,' meaning to turn or rotate. Did you know? The concept of a 'tourist' became popular with the rise of leisure travel in the 18th century.
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"The tourist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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