jet-setter
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/ˈdʒɛtˌsɛtər/
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/ˈdʒɛtˌsɛtə/
frequent traveler
Etymology
Etymology Information
'jet-setter' originates from the English word 'jet set,' where 'jet' refers to the mode of travel and 'set' refers to a group of people.
Historical Evolution
'jet set' was coined in the 1950s to describe a group of wealthy individuals who traveled by jet aircraft.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the act of traveling by jet, but over time it evolved to describe the people who frequently engage in such travel.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who travels frequently and often for pleasure, typically to exotic or fashionable destinations.
The jet-setter spent the weekend in Paris before flying to Tokyo.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41