hiker
Translation
hiker, walker, rambler
Examples
The hiker reached the mountain summit.
The hiker reached the mountain summit.
We saw a group of hikers on the trail.
We saw a group of hikers on the trail.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) hiker a person who goes for long walks in the countryside The experienced hiker led the group.
Similar Words
Synonyms: walker, rambler, backpacker
Etymology
From the verb 'hike' plus the agent suffix '-er', meaning 'one who hikes'.
Memory Tips
The '-er' at the end of a verb often means 'a person who does' that action. A 'hiker' is a person who 'hikes'.