Word
rambler
Phoneticsram·bler, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɹæmbɫɝ/
UK/ɹˈæmblɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who enjoys long walks in the countryside for fun and exercise.
n. a person who undertakes long recreational walks in the countryside, typically along established footpaths and trails.
Examples
“The rambler stops to check his map.”
“A group of ramblers crosses the hills every Sunday, following the marked public footpaths.”
“The lone rambler paused above the valley, tracing the faint line of the footpath as it wound toward the distant village.”
Examples
simple
“The rambler stops to check his map.”
contextual
“A group of ramblers crosses the hills every Sunday, following the marked public footpaths.”
complex
“The lone rambler paused above the valley, tracing the faint line of the footpath as it wound toward the distant village.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “rambler” in context.
Verb
01. appeal to rambler
“The quiet forest trails will appeal to ramblers seeking peace.”
verb + prep + noun
02. attract rambler
“The coastal paths attract ramblers from all over the country.”
verb + noun
03. cater for rambler
“This village pub caters for ramblers with hot meals and drying rooms.”
verb + prep + noun
Adjective
04. avid rambler
“As an avid rambler, she knows every footpath in the national park.”
adj + noun
05. experienced rambler
“Even an experienced rambler should carry a map and plenty of water.”
adj + noun
06. fellow rambler
“We stopped to chat with a fellow rambler at the top of the hill.”
adj + noun
07. keen rambler
“My grandfather is a keen rambler and walks in the hills every weekend.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. group of ramblers
“A group of ramblers set off early to climb the ridge.”
noun + prep + noun
09. paradise for ramblers
“The Lake District is a true paradise for ramblers.”
noun + prep + noun
10. cater for passing ramblers
“The cafe caters for passing ramblers with soup and sandwiches.”
11. join a group of ramblers
“We joined a group of ramblers for a ten-mile walk on Saturday.”
12. popular with keen ramblers
“The Pennine Way is popular with keen ramblers in summer.”
Etymology
From ramble + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Synonyms
Word family
NOUN
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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