Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

baedeker

Noun

/ˈbeɪdɪkər/

Definition

A guidebook containing information about a region, especially for travelers.

Examples

Before embarking on our trip to Italy, we picked up a Baedeker to help us plan our itinerary.
The Baedeker we used for our tour through France was filled with historical insights and practical travel tips.

Meaning

A Baedeker is typically a travel guide that provides detailed information on places of interest, accommodations, and itineraries, named after the German publisher Karl Baedeker who popularized such guidebooks in the 19th century.