globetrotter

[ glohb-trot-er ]

noun

1. a person who travels regularly or frequently to countries all over the world.

globetrotter

/ ˈɡləʊbˌtrɒtə /

noun

1. a habitual worldwide traveller, esp a tourist or businessman

Derived Forms

• ˈglobeˌtrotting, nounadjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of globetrotter¹

First recorded in 1870–75; globe + trotter

Example Sentences

“It makes it perfect for women who want to stay in the States. You can become a Harlem Globetrotter and then play in the WNBA. It’s perfect opportunity for women to stay here in our country.”

From Seattle Times

For most of the first half, the Lakers were in Globetrotter form, the ball whistling around from one player to the next.

From Los Angeles Times

If that surprised you, perhaps Harlem Globetrotter victories do, too.

From Seattle Times

SANTIAGO, Chile — Jimmer Fredette, a different kind of basketball globetrotter, continues to draw attention even far from the NBA.

From Washington Times

Having told his teachers he wanted to be a basketballer, Maddox was given the opportunity to shadow 'Sweet' Lou Dunbar, the legendary Harlem Globetrotter.

From BBC

Related Words

• world traveler