Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
passer-by
noun
/ˈpæsər baɪ/
Definition
A person who is walking past a particular place.
Examples
- The passer-by stopped to help the child who fell.
- During the parade, many passers-by took pictures of the floats.
- The café’s outdoor seating attracted many passers-by.
Meaning
A passer-by is someone who happens to be walking near a location, often without any intention of stopping.
Synonyms
- bystander
- pedestrian
- onlooker
