Meaning & Definition of word "Travelled"

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    Travelled

    ˈtræv.əld

    verb:

    • 1. to make a journey, typically of some length.
      • Example: She travelled across Europe last summer.
    • 2. to go to a place and return; to make a journey.
      • Example: He travelled to Japan for business and came back enriched by the experience.
    • 3. to move or pass from one place to another.
      • Example: Sound travels faster in water than in air.
    • 4. to traverse a distance or route.
      • Example: They travelled many miles to attend the festival.
    • 5. to journey, especially to distant places.
      • Example: She has travelled to every continent in her lifetime.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'travailler', from 'travail' meaning labor or work.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    travel light:

    To pack or carry only a small amount of luggage.

    travel plans:

    Arrangements made for a journey or trip.

    travel bug:

    A strong desire or interest in traveling.

    Related Words

    traveler:

    A person who travels.

    traveling:

    The act of going to different places.

    travels:

    Journeys or trips taken.

    Slang Meanings of travelled

    Meaning: Jet-setting

    Example Sentence: With her high-paying job, she's become a jet-setter, travelling to glamorous places.

    Meaning: Globetrotting

    Example Sentence: After retiring, he took a year off for globetrotting around the world.