motorist

[ moh-ter-ist ]

noun

1. a person who drives or travels in a privately owned automobile.

motorist

/ ˈməʊtərɪst /

noun

1. a driver of a car, esp when considered as a car-owner

Other Words From

• non·motor·ist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of motorist¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; motor + -ist

Example Sentences

It comes as figures from the Department of Transport show a 45% increase since 2010 in the number of motorists aged over 70 who have been hurt or killed in accidents in the UK.

From BBC

A spokesperson from Cambridgeshire Police advised motorists to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

From BBC

Minor violations such as a broken taillight or seat belt left unbuckled may lead to a ticket for an average motorist — but for someone who is undocumented it can have life-altering consequences.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s hard to imagine living in that world now, where poisonous air kills children, your backyard garden, crops and even motorists who crash due to the blinding smog.

From Los Angeles Times

Another motorist, Malcolm Johnson, said he believed high performance lights were "too bright".

From BBC

Related Words

• tourist
• traveler