excursionist
Example Sentences
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When the Ontario liquor stores actually opened, however, it quickly became obvious that an "excursionist," unless roped, hog-tied and branded as such, could not possibly be distinguished from a "tourist."
From Time Magazine Archive
On the turns, to save damage to his boat's lightweight hull, Driver Jones slowed down like a Sunday excursionist.
From Time Magazine Archive
He had lived in London all his days, but knew much less of it than the country excursionist.
From The Quest of the Simple Life by Dawson, William J.
"I don't know 's I want to harbor him all winter," answered the excursionist frankly, striking into a good traveling gait as she started off toward the railroad station.
From The Queen's Twin and Other Stories by Jewett, Sarah Orne
It looks like a dark-colored cup with a ragged margin, and may be seen by the excursionist in the spring on the roadside.
From Among the Mushrooms A Guide For Beginners by Dallas, Ellen M.
