hiker
/ˈhaɪkə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈhaɪkər/ (ame, ipa) · /-kə(r)/ (ame, mw)
hiker — noun
- hikersingular
- hikersplural
1. someone who enjoys taking long walks in forests, mountains, or other natural pla
someone who enjoys taking long walks in forests, mountains, or other natural places, often as a hobby or for exercise.
Several hikers set off from the village before dawn to climb Mount Fuji.
plural subject: hikers as a group on a planned trip
Dewi packed three bottles of water because experienced hikers know the desert trail gets hot.
collocation: experienced hiker
A tired hiker rested on a flat rock and shared chocolate with her dog.
Soraya met two friendly hikers from Brazil on the mountain path above the lake.
The park ranger warned hikers about a black bear seen near the river that morning.
- rambler
British English; suggests a relaxed countryside walk rather than a steep climb
- trekker
longer, harder journeys, often through mountains or remote areas
- backpacker
carries camping gear for several days; hikers may return home each evening
用法筆記
Almost always plural or modified by an adjective describing the person (experienced, lone, tired). Distinguish from 'walker' (shorter, often urban walks) and 'backpacker' (multi-day trip with camping gear).