hitchhiker
word
Definition
A hitchhiker is a person who travels by getting free rides in other people's cars, usually by standing by the side of the road and signaling drivers.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal or neutral. Commonly used for people traveling long distances or on adventurous trips. 'Hitchhiker' is not negative, but travel this way can be seen as risky or adventurous. Often paired with 'pick up a hitchhiker' or 'hitchhiker's guide.'
Example Sentences
The hitchhiker stood by the road, waiting for a ride.
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We saw a hitchhiker with a sign that said 'Paris'.
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I picked up a hitchhiker on my way home.
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Have you ever traveled as a hitchhiker in another country?
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The movie is about a mysterious hitchhiker who changes people's lives.
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Being a hitchhiker isn’t for everyone, but it can be a real adventure.
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