backpacker

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations

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From backpack + -er.

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backpacker (plural backpackers)

1. A traveler whose luggage consists of a backpack; especially, such a traveler who uses hostels, public transport, and other inexpensive services.
2. (chiefly New Zealand) An inexpensive place to stay, often with small dorm rooms of 4-8 beds shared by unrelated parties; hostel.

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