trekker
|trek/ker|
B1
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/ˈtrɛkər/
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/ˈtrɛkə/
long journey
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trekker' originates from the Dutch word 'trekken,' meaning 'to pull or travel.'
Historical Evolution
'trekken' transformed into the Afrikaans word 'trek,' and eventually became the modern English word 'trekker.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pull or travel,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who goes on a long journey.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who goes on a long, arduous journey, typically on foot.
The trekker set out early in the morning to climb the mountain.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45