Cool MateExpedition
UK /["/ˌekspəˈdɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌekspəˈdɪʃn/"]/
Definition
an organized journey with a particular purpose, especially to find out about a place that is not well known
In simple words: A journey made for a specific purpose, often for exploring.
Examples
- The expedition to the Arctic began in early spring.
- On their expedition, they discovered several new species of plants.
- His latest expedition was funded by a prestigious research grant.
- They planned an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the region.
- During the expedition, they faced many challenges including extreme weather.
Usage notes
Use in contexts related to exploration or travel. While it's neutral, it may feel formal in casual conversation. Not commonly used for day-to-day trips.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'ex-pedition' as sending out a 'pedestrian' on a mission.
Collocations
- major
- little
- small
- go on
- make
- embark on
- leave
- set off
- set out
- leader
- member
- party
- on an/the expedition
- expedition against
- expedition into
- the leader of an expedition
- a member of an expedition
- major
- little
- small
- go on
- make
- embark on
- leave
- set off
- set out
- leader
- member
- party
- on an/the expedition
- expedition against
- expedition into
- the leader of an expedition
- a member of an expedition
- major
- little
- small
- go on
- make
- embark on
- leave
- set off
- set out
- leader
- member
- party
- on an/the expedition
- expedition against
- expedition into
- the leader of an expedition
- a member of an expedition
Synonyms
- journey
- voyage
- trip
- expeditionary
- quest
Antonyms
- stay
- idleness
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'expedition' versus 'expeditionary'.
- Using in contexts unrelated to travel or exploration.
- Incorrectly assuming it only refers to military missions.