exploration

UK
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
explorationnoun
explorations
pl
UK
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
Translations
The exploration of the cave took several hours.
Исследование пещеры заняло несколько часов.
The oil company invested in the exploration of new drilling sites.
Нефтяная компания инвестировала в разведку новых мест для бурения.
Definitions
The action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area in order to learn about it.
The exploration of the Amazon rainforest revealed many new species.
The thorough examination or investigation of a subject or area.
The scientist's exploration of quantum physics led to groundbreaking discoveries.
The systematic search for natural resources such as minerals, oil, or gas.
Oil companies have increased their exploration of the Arctic shelf.
explorationadjective
UK
/ˌekspləˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., exploration drilling); non-comparable.
Definitions
Relating to or intended for exploration.
The team prepared specialized exploration equipment for the expedition.