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Definition of travelator

travelator

/ˈtræv.ə.leɪ.tər/
(UK: travellator)
trav · el · a · tor
Plural:travelators
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travelator Lexical Profile

travelator Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British A slow-moving horizontal or gently inclined conveyor belt that transports pedestrians across a short or medium distance, commonly installed in airports, transit stations, and large supermarkets.

Example

"We stepped onto the travelator to carry our heavy suitcases down the long airport concourse."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in British, Australian, and New Zealand English (also spelled "travellator"); in North American English, the device is typically called a "moving walkway" or "moving sidewalk."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-20th century as a commercial blend of "travel" and "escalator."

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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