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non-touristic

|non-tour-is-tic|

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/nɑn-tʊˈrɪstɪk/

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/nɒn-tʊˈrɪstɪk/

not for tourists

Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-touristic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'touristic,' which is derived from 'tourist,' referring to someone who travels for pleasure.

Historical Evolution

'touristic' evolved from the word 'tourist,' which was first used in the 18th century to describe someone who travels for pleasure. The prefix 'non-' was added to form 'non-touristic.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'touristic' referred to anything related to tourists, and 'non-touristic' was coined to describe places or things not associated with tourists.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not designed for or appealing to tourists; not frequented by tourists.

The village is charmingly non-touristic, offering an authentic experience.

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Last updated: 2025/05/02 21:21