Passerby
(noun)
- A person who passes by or goes by, especially on the street or road.
- A person who is passing by or just happens to be near.
- A person who is walking or travelling past a place or object.
- An onlooker or spectator.
- A person who walks or travels through an area, especially a busy one.
Origin:
18th century: from pass + by.
Examples:
- The passerby stopped to watch the street performers.
- The passerby didn't seem to notice the accident.
- The passerby offered to help the lost child.
- The passerby looked surprised by the sudden noise.
- The passerby offered directions to the tourist.