walker
WAW-kuh
Walker (noun) means a person who walks, especially for exercise or leisure. Example: “The trail was popular with walkers and joggers alike.”
noun
1
A person who walks, especially for exercise or leisure.
"The trail was popular with walkers and joggers alike."
"A group of walkers stopped to enjoy the view from the hill."
"He is a keen walker who goes out every Sunday morning."
2
A frame used to help someone walk, whether an elderly person or a baby.
"Her grandmother uses a walker to get around the house."
"After the operation, he used a walker for a few weeks."
"The nurse helped the old man adjust the height of his walker."
3
Informal term for a zombie, especially in popular fiction.
"The survivors barricaded the doors against the walkers outside."
"In the game, you must sneak past the walkers without making any noise."
"The film's heroes hid in a shop as walkers shuffled past outside."
How to use walker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone or something that walks, or a mobility aid.
Common pairings
use a walker
dog walker
speed walker
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Etymology
Developed from Middle English walkere, meaning 'one who walks, traveller', equivalent to walk plus -er.
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What does “walker” mean?
The word “walker” means a person who walks, especially for exercise or leisure. In plain terms, someone or something that walks, or a mobility aid.
How do you pronounce “walker”?
“Walker” is pronounced WAW-kuh (/ˈwɔkɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “walker” in a sentence?
Here is “walker” used in a sentence: “The trail was popular with walkers and joggers alike.”
What part of speech is “walker”?
“Walker” is a noun.
Is “walker” a common word?
“Walker” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “walker” have?
“Walker” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who walks, especially for exercise or leisure.
What is the difference between a walker and a hiker?
A walker goes on foot for exercise or leisure, often on pavements, in parks, or on gentle paths. A hiker tackles longer, more challenging routes through countryside, hills, or wilderness, usually with sturdier gear. Every hiker is a walker, but casual walking is generally shorter and less strenuous than hiking.
Does 'walker' have other meanings?
Yes. Besides a person who walks, a "walker" is also a mobility aid — a lightweight frame that helps someone unsteady on their feet to stand and move safely. A baby walker is a wheeled frame supporting an infant learning to walk. Context usually makes the intended meaning clear.
Is walking good exercise for a walker?
Yes. Regular walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, improving heart health, mood, and stamina with a low risk of injury. It needs no special equipment beyond comfortable shoes. Many walkers build up to brisk daily walks, which health guidelines recommend as excellent everyday physical activity.
What is a good example of a walker?
Someone who takes a brisk half-hour stroll each morning for their health is a walker. So is a person who joins a weekend walking group to enjoy the countryside. The word simply describes anyone who walks regularly, whether for fitness, fresh air, or plain pleasure.
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