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Tour

UK /["/tʊə(r)//tɔː(r)/"]/US /["/tʊr/"]/

Definition

a journey made for pleasure during which several different towns, countries, etc. are visited

In simple words: A trip to see places, often guided.

Examples

  • We took a tour of the ancient ruins during our vacation.
  • She is going on a tour of Europe next summer.
  • The tour guide explained the history of the castle very well.
  • He enjoyed the music tour where various bands performed.
  • The art tour included several famous galleries in the city.

Usage notes

Use 'tour' when referring to visits to locations, especially with a guide. It's common in travel contexts. Avoid using it in very casual situations unless discussing hobbies or shows.

Grammar pattern

take + tour

Memory hint

Think of 'tour' as 'tourists' exploring new sites.

Collocations

  • foreign
  • international
  • national
  • leg
  • part
  • stage
  • do
  • go on
  • make
  • company
  • operator
  • date
  • on (a) tour
  • tour of
  • tour of duty
  • brief
  • quick
  • extensive
  • do
  • make
  • conduct
  • guide
  • group
  • boat
  • tour of inspection
  • foreign
  • international
  • national
  • leg
  • part
  • stage
  • do
  • go on
  • make
  • company
  • operator
  • date
  • on (a) tour
  • tour of
  • tour of duty

Synonyms

  • trip
  • excursion
  • expedition
  • journey
  • walk

Antonyms

  • stay
  • remain

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'tore' (past tense of tear).
  • Using 'tour' with plural places (e.g., 'tours to the mountains' should be 'tours of the mountains').
  • Incorrectly saying 'make a tour' instead of 'take a tour'.