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expedition

/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/

Translations

expeditionnoun

expeditions

/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/

The team prepared for the expedition to the Arctic.

Команда готовилась к экспедиции в Арктику.

Synonyms

expeditionadjective

/ˌɛk.spəˈdɪʃ.ən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "expedition equipment"); seldom gradable.

expeditionnoun

A journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, especially that of exploration, research, or war.

The team set out on an expedition to explore the uncharted regions of the Amazon rainforest.

A group of people undertaking such a journey.

The expedition consisted of scientists, photographers, and local guides.

Promptness or speed in doing something.

The task was completed with great expedition, much to the manager's satisfaction.

expeditionadjective

Relating to or designed for an expedition.

He bought specialized expedition tents for the climb.