Tourist Definition & Meaning

tourist
noun
  1. someone who travels for pleasure

"Tourist" in song lyrics

See how tourist is used in real songs:

  • "He's openly gay and looks like a tourist"
    Buck 65 — Riverbed 3
  • "Don't get it gassed up and die, tourist"
    Hell Razah f/ 7th Ambassador, Baghdad — This Is 4 My GG'z
  • "That's an everyday occurrence, while you looking like a tourist"
    Hieroglyphics — G.U.O.M.D

Usage tips for "tourist"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tourist" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tourist to find words that pair well.

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