Onlooker vs. Passerby — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Onlooker and Passerby
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Definitions
Onlooker➦
One that looks on; a spectator or bystander.
Passerby➦
A person who passes by, especially casually or by chance.
Onlooker➦
A spectator; someone looks on or watches, without becoming involved or participating.
I wasn’t involved in the fight; I was only an onlooker.
Passerby➦
Alternative spelling of passer-by
Onlooker➦
Someone who looks on
Passerby➦
One who passes by, especially casually or by chance; one not directly involved in some action; a passer.
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Passerby➦
A person who passes by casually or by chance