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day-tripper

American  
[dey-trip-er] / ˈdeɪˌtrɪp ər /

noun

  1. a person who goes on a trip, especially an excursion, lasting all or part of a day but not overnight.

    The cruise boat operator said that the number of day-trippers exploded every fall.


Etymology

Origin of day-tripper

First recorded in 1895–1900; day trip + -er 1

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The city previously announced plans to test a new day-tripper fee this year.

From Washington Times Dec. 30, 2023

In other words, if you’re a day-tripper who’s in it for a few selfies, stay home.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 22, 2023

North Bend was founded in 1889 in anticipation of a railroad from Seattle, which baked in some day-tripper tourism from an early date.

From Seattle Times Sep. 22, 2022

The volcano on White Island, a popular tourist day-tripper destination, erupted on Monday, spewing ash and steam over the island.

From Reuters Dec. 11, 2019

The true lover of the mountains flees the spot, for the day-tripper is a burden and desire fails.

From Climbing in The British Isles, Vol. II Wales and Ireland by Hart, H. C.

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