adventurer

noun ad·ven·tur·er \əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rər\

: someone who likes dangerous or exciting experiences : a person who looks for adventures

: a person who tries to become wealthy or powerful by doing things that are illegal or dishonest

Full Definition of ADVENTURER

: one that adventures: as

b : one that engages in risky commercial enterprises for profit

: one who seeks unmerited wealth or position especially by playing on the credulity or prejudice of others

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15th century

ADVENTURER Defined for Kids

noun ad·ven·tur·er \əd-ˈven-chər-ər\

: a person who seeks dangerous or exciting experiences

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