Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
circumnavigator
noun
/ˈsɜrkəmˌnævɪˌɡeɪtər/
Definition
A person who travels all the way around something, especially the Earth.
Examples
- Ferdinand Magellan was the first circumnavigator to sail around the world.
- The famous circumnavigator Elcano completed the journey after Magellan’s death.
- Being a circumnavigator is a remarkable feat that requires careful planning and skills.
Meaning
Someone who makes a journey around an entire place or object, typically referring to someone who has sailed around the world.
Synonyms
- Explorer
- Navigator
- Adventurer
