noun

hitchhiker

hitchhiker, thumber

A hitchhiker was waiting by the road.

A hitchhiker was waiting by the road.

We gave a lift to a friendly hitchhiker.

We gave a lift to a friendly hitchhiker.

((sb.)) a person who travels by getting free rides in passing vehicles A hitchhiker was waiting by the road.

Synonyms: thumber, traveler, backpacker

From 'hitch' (to get a ride) + 'hike' (to walk) + '-er' (a person who does something).

Picture someone 'hitching' their thumb up to get a ride while on a long 'hike'.

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