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voyager

/ˈvɔɪ.ə.dʒər/
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Plural:voyagers
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• noun

1

A person or vessel that goes on a long, arduous journey, especially by sea or through outer space.

Example

"The ancient Polynesian voyager navigated across thousands of miles of open ocean using only the stars and ocean swells."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'voyager' (a general long-distance traveler) with 'voyageur' (specifically a historical French Canadian boatman or fur trader). Additionally, 'voyager' is distinct from 'voyeur', which refers to a person who secretly watches others.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Late Middle English, derived from the Old French 'voiageur', from 'voiage' (journey), which ultimately traces back to the Latin 'viaticum' meaning 'provisions for a journey' (from 'via', meaning 'way' or 'road').

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