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tramper

tramper

7.6
A person who goes on long walks in the countryside for pleasure
  • noun
  • /ˈtræmpər/
  • New Zealand
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  • After a long day of hiking, the group of trampers finally reached their campsite in the mountains.

Examples

  • The tramper enjoyed the scenic views of the mountains.

  • As an experienced tramper, she always carried a detailed map and plenty of water.

  • Many trampers in New Zealand enjoy multi-day hikes through remote wilderness areas.

  • The group of trampers set off early to explore the national park trails.

  • Many trampers visit the national parks each year.

  • The tramper enjoyed exploring the rugged terrain and taking in the beautiful scenery.

  • During the weekend, many trampers gathered at the trailhead, eager to start their adventure.

Synonyms

hiker
vstramper
48 1.3

A person who walks for a long time in the countryside for pleasure or exercise

is specifically about long walks over rough or challenging countryside
walker
vstramper
33 1.0

A person who moves on foot for exercise or pleasure

usually means longer pleasurable hikes over countryside or rough terrain rather than short walks
backpacker
vstramper
10 2.8

A person who travels carrying their things in a bag on their back, often for long, cheap trips

focuses on countryside pleasure walks rather than extended gear carrying travel
trekker
vstramper
8 7.1

A person who walks on a long hard trip through mountains or remote places

describes leisure countryside walking rather than long difficult mountainous expeditions
packer
vstramper
  • US
4 5.1

A person who carries a backpack on long hikes

highlights leisure countryside walking rather than carrying gear across wilderness
rambler
vstramper
3 5.6

A person who enjoys long walks in the countryside

is more about rugged hiking over rough terrain than gentle countryside strolls
tramp
vstramper
  • UK
3 3.8

A long walk taken for exercise or enjoyment

focuses on leisure countryside or rough terrain walks rather than travel adventure
wayfarer
vstramper
2 7.6

A person who travels on foot from place to place

is focused on leisure countryside hikes over rough terrain rather than general travel
traverser
vstramper
8.7

A person who crosses difficult ground like mountains or ice

emphasizes leisure hiking over countryside rather than simply crossing obstacles

Antonyms

couch potato
  • Informal
11 4.3

A person who sits or lies down a lot, usually watching television

How Serious

backpacker
10 2.8
hiker
48 1.3
tramper
  • New Zealand
7.6
rambler
3 5.6
walker
33 1.0
stroller
4 2.3

Surface Forms

tramper singular
trampers plural

Morphology

tramper = tramp (transparent) = tramp + er

Formed by the productive agentive suffix '-er' on the verb 'tramp'; the meaning 'one who tramps/hikes' is directly derived.

Etymology

The word tramper comes from the verb tramp, which means 'to walk with heavy or long steps'. In places like New Zealand, a tramper is a hiker who enjoys long walks across the countryside.