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tourist

Pronunciation: [ˈtʊrɪst]

Word

Context: "travel"

(noun) a tourist is someone who visits a place for fun or to see new things, usually for a short time. This could be someone going to a different city or country to explore and enjoy attractions.

Example

The tourist took many pictures in front of the famous landmark.

Example

There were no tourists in the city during the winter months.

Example

How many tourists visit the beach each summer?

Context: "business"

(noun) a tourist can also refer to someone who spends money in a place while they are traveling. Businesses like hotels and restaurants are happy to have tourists because they help the local economy.

Example

The new restaurant is doing well because many tourists eat there.

Example

The store suffered when there were no tourists around to buy their products.

Example

What types of shops do tourists usually like to visit?

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