expedition

[ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən]

expedition Definition

  • 1a journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, especially that of exploration, research, or war
  • 2a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

Using expedition: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "expedition" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The expedition to the South Pole was led by Roald Amundsen.

  • Example

    The team went on an expedition to study the flora and fauna of the Amazon rainforest.

  • Example

    The military launched an expedition to capture the enemy's stronghold.

  • Example

    We need to prepare for the expedition to the summit.

expedition Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for expedition

Antonyms for expedition

Idioms Using expedition

  • engaged in a journey or voyage with a particular purpose

    Example

    The team was on an expedition to explore the uncharted territory.

  • an exploration of a place or situation that is unfamiliar or uncharted

    Example

    The astronaut's expedition into the unknown depths of space was a historic achievement.

  • a journey or mission undertaken with maximum effort and speed

    Example

    The rescue team went on an expedition at full tilt to save the stranded hikers.

Phrases with expedition

  • the person who leads or heads an expedition

    Example

    The expedition leader was responsible for ensuring the safety of all members of the team.

  • a military unit organized for a specific mission or campaign in a foreign country

    Example

    The United States sent an expeditionary force to Iraq to fight against terrorism.

  • the tools, gear, and supplies needed for an expedition

    Example

    The team checked their expedition equipment before setting out on their journey.

Origins of expedition

from Latin 'expeditionem', meaning 'a military campaign'

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Summary: expedition in Brief

The term 'expedition' [ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən] refers to a journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, such as exploration, research, or war. It can also denote a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country. Examples include 'The expedition to the South Pole was led by Roald Amundsen.' and 'The military launched an expedition to capture the enemy's stronghold.' Phrases like 'expedition leader' and idioms like 'expedition into the unknown' further illustrate the concept.

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