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Definition of tramper

tramper

/ˈtræm.pər/
tram · per
Plural:trampers
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• noun

1

New Zealand A person who goes for long walks or multi-day hikes in the countryside, bush, or mountains for recreation.

Example

"The experienced tramper packed extra thermal clothing and emergency rations before heading into the Southern Alps."

2

A person who walks with heavy, noisy steps, or an itinerant person who travels on foot from place to place in search of work.

Example

"During the nineteenth century, many a weary tramper walked along the country lanes looking for seasonal farm labor."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In New Zealand English, "tramper" is the standard everyday term for a recreational hiker or backpacker and carries no negative connotation, whereas in other dialects it may occasionally suggest a vagrant or heavy-footed walker.

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• Nearby Words

tramline
tramlines
tramp
tramper
trample
trampoline
trampolining

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tramper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tramper
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