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Pilgrim

A wayfarer; a wanderer; a traveler; a stranger.

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Believer 76% connected

One who believes; one who is persuaded of the truth or reality of some doctrine, person, or thing.

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Colonist 76% connected

A member or inhabitant of a colony.

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Journeyer 76% connected

One who journeys.

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Settler 76% connected

One who settles, becomes fixed, established, etc.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Wayfarer 76% connected

One who travels; a traveler; a passenger.

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Worshiper 76% connected

One who worships; one who pays divine honors to any being or thing; one who adores.

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Hadji 76% connected

A Mohammedan pilgrim to Mecca; -- used among Orientals as a respectful salutation or a title of honor.

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