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explorationThe action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area to learn about it. The systematic investigation of unknown territories or subjects.

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: The action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area to learn about it. The systematic investigation of unknown territories or subjects.

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/

Korean meaning: 탐험, 탐구

Korean pronunciation: 익-스플로-레이-션 (강세: 레이)

Example Sentences

  • My exploration of the fridge at midnight led to the discovery of leftover pizza.
  • The exploration of ancient ruins revealed fascinating artifacts.
  • His exploration of dating apps was more dangerous than any jungle expedition.

exploration

NOUN

//ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən//

The action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area to learn about it. The systematic investigation of unknown territories or subjects.

exploration concept
💡 Concept

The action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area to learn about it. The systematic investigation of unknown territories or subjects.

exploration rhyme
🎵 Rhyme

Exploration begins at the station, sparking cosmic creation!

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/

🌳Etymology

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Rootplor
Suffix--ation

Origin

From Latin 'explorare' meaning 'to cry out, to investigate.' Ancient explorers would shout loudly to call their companions while investigating unknown territories.

🎵Rhyme

nationcreationstation

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My exploration of the fridge at midnight led to the discovery of leftover pizza.

The exploration of ancient ruins revealed fascinating artifacts.

😄 Fun example

His exploration of dating apps was more dangerous than any jungle expedition.

Scientific exploration has led to many medical breakthroughs.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

investigationexpeditionsurveydiscoveryresearch

Antonyms

retreatwithdrawal

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