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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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A day-tripper has told the BBC how he dived into the sea in an attempt to save a mother and daughter who drowned off an Essex beach.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Once past designated entry ports, officials will carry out random checks for QR codes that show the day-tripper tax has been paid or that the bearer is exempt.

From Seattle Times Apr. 24, 2024

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

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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