backpackers

English

Noun

backpackers (plural backpackers)

1. Plural form of backpacker
2. A hostel catering to backpackers.
   • 2002, Laura Harper, Tony Mudd, and Paul Whitfield, New Zealand^[1], Rough Guides, ISBN 1858288967, page 790:

     If the place really appeals you can stay at the backpackers across the street […]

   • 2004, Mary Fitzpatrick et al., South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland^[2], Lonely Planet, ISBN 1741041627, page 199:

     Low-season competition between the several backpackers and many guesthouses in town keeps prices down, but in high season expect steep price hikes (except at the backpackers) and book ahead.

   • 2006, Byron Loker, New Swell^[3], ISBN 1770130543, page 76:

     The girl's name was Sherry and she was from England and was staying at the backpackers' near the beach.

Usage notes

• (hostel): Variously written with or without a final apostrophe, as "backpackers" or "backpackers'".