digital nomad

noun

plural digital nomads

: someone who performs their occupation entirely over the Internet while traveling

Let's say you're thinking about becoming a digital nomad this summer, making the most of your company's work-from-home policy as borders reopen before the bosses require you back in the office.

—Jenny Gross

especially : such a person who has no permanent fixed home address

Most people have to pay to commute to and from work every day, which also leads to wear and tear on vehicles and the potential for costly repairs. As a digital nomad, Vonwiegen doesn't have to worry about these expenses. That means more money in his pocket—or retirement account.

—Kathryn Mancewicz

Another trend is to eschew both the office and the home and to work more or less permanently on the road. The result is the phenomenon of the digital nomad, a person who uses technology, particularly wireless networking, to work without requiring a fixed address.

—Paul McFedries

compare road warrior

Examples of digital nomad in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

New Zealand is looking to invite more long-term visitors and residents through a streamlined golden visa program to add to its recent launch of a digital nomad visa. —Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025

The 10 best countries for digital nomads Spain UAE Montenegro Bahamas Hungary Canada Romania Portugal Brazil Curaçao The United Arab Emirates is the No. 2 best country for digital nomads. —Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2025

Some lucky international businesspeople are staying much longer, as the country introduced a digital nomad program in 2020 that allows foreign workers to remain for up to a year. —Panorama Media Ltd., Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025

The influx of digital nomads, particularly in popular destinations, has raised concerns about affordability, overcrowding, and gentrification. —Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for digital nomad

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