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commuter

kuh-MYOOT

Commuter (noun) means a person who regularly travels a distance between home and work. Example: “The platform was packed with commuters during rush hour.”

noun
1
A person who regularly travels a distance between home and work.
"The platform was packed with commuters during rush hour."

How to use commuter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who makes a regular journey to and from work.

Common pairings
rush-hour commuters commuter train commuter belt

Word forms

commuters plural

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Etymology

From commute + the agent suffix -er.

commuter train

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Frequently asked questions

What does “commuter” mean?

The word “commuter” means a person who regularly travels a distance between home and work. In plain terms, someone who makes a regular journey to and from work.

How do you pronounce “commuter”?

“Commuter” is pronounced kuh-MYOOT (/kəˈmjuːtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “commuter” in a sentence?

Here is “commuter” used in a sentence: “The platform was packed with commuters during rush hour.”

What part of speech is “commuter”?

“Commuter” is a noun.

Is “commuter” a common word?

“Commuter” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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