travel agent
Americannoun
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a person who owns, operates, or works for a travel agency.
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a travel agency.
Etymology
Origin of travel agent
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Guests who booked flights via a travel agent should contact the travel agent directly to request a refund.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Travelers need to be on high alert for airline notifications and carefully rebook or cancel directly with the airline or the travel agent who booked the trip.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
The Jansaris have enjoyed travelling over the years and had previously booked their trips abroad through a travel agent.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
It says travelers should also consider buying travel insurance from a trusted travel agent, but noted that many policies don’t cover acts of war.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
I had explicitly instructed my travel agent to choose something inexpensive, in the thirty-to-forty-dollar range.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
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