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touristy

American  
[toor-i-stee] / ˈtʊər ɪ sti /

adjective

  1. pertaining to or characteristic of tourists.

    a touristy attitude.

  2. appealing to or frequented by tourists.

    a touristy restaurant near the Eiffel Tower.
touristy British  
/ ˈtʊərɪstɪ /

adjective

  1. informal abounding in or designed for tourists

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Etymology

Origin of touristy

First recorded in 1905–10; tourist + -y 1

Example Sentences

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In the touristy old city, some restaurants were able to stay open thanks to generators, with musicians playing music, but the regular blackouts have made life more difficult for Cubans.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

The United Arab Emirates government said fragments of another projectile hit a residential building in the touristy Dubai Marina neighborhood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

"We saw it as a very touristy activity, but we actually ended up loving the sport," says Julia, 34.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Or is it all just a touristy gimmick?

From Slate • Aug. 11, 2025

“There’s also a touristy magnet with my name. I’m keeping the one with yours.”

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera

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