walker

Definition

The agent noun of to walk: a person who walks or a thing which walks, especially a pedestrian or a participant in a walking race.

Etymology

From Middle English walkere (“one who walks, traveller”), equivalent to walk + -er.

Example Sentences

• "The park was full of morning walkers enjoying the fresh air."
• "He decided to become a long-distance walker for charity events."
• "I would ask for the pleasure of your company, Mr. Knightley, but I am a very slow walker, and my pace would be tedious to you; and, besides, you have another long walk before you, to Donwell Abbey."