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backpacker

The English word “backpacker” has 3 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A traveler whose luggage consists of a backpack; especially, such a traveler who uses hostels, public transport, and other inexpensive services.
  2. A hostel offering accommodation for such people.
  3. A fan or performer of backpack rap.

Etymology

From backpack + -er.

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