travel

noun
UK: /ˈtrævəl/
US: /ˈtrævəl/

  1. The act of going from one place to another, especially over a long distance.

    1. I like to travel by train. [ ] [ ]
    2. Space travel has always been a human aspiration to explore beyond our planet. [ ] [ ]

  2. The business of providing or organizing journeys to places for pleasure.

    1. My sister works in travel. [ ] [ ]
    2. The travel industry suffered greatly during the pandemic due to widespread restrictions. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

voyage trip journey excursion tour
travel verb

  1. To make a journey, typically of some length or abroad.

    1. I travel to work every day. [ ] [ ]
    2. People who travel internationally should be aware of local health advisories. [ ] [ ]

  2. To move or go from one place to another.

    1. Sound travels faster in water. [ ] [ ]
    2. Light travels at a constant speed, enabling us to see the world around us. [ ] [ ]
travel adjective

  1. Relating to travel.

    1. I have a travel bag. [ ] [ ]
    2. Travel documents are required for international journeys, including passport and visa. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "travel" in English means: The act of going from one place to another, especially over a long distance., The business of providing or organizing journeys to places for pleasure..

The phonetic transcription of "travel" is /ˈtrævəl/ in British English and /ˈtrævəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "travel": voyage, trip, journey, excursion, tour.

Example usage of "travel": "I like to travel by train.". More examples on the page.