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safari

/səˈfɑːri/

Translations

safarinoun

safaris

/səˈfɑːri/

сафари

We went on a safari in Africa last summer.

Прошлым летом мы отправились на сафари в Африку.

Synonyms

safariverb

safaried

Past Simple

safaried

Past Participle

safariing

Gerund

/səˈfɑː.ri/

/səˈfɑːr.i/

Informal intransitive verb meaning ‘to go on a safari’; attested in modern usage.

Synonyms

travel to observe wildlife

go exploring

venture out

go on an excursion

go on a game drive

go on an expedition

go on a safari

safariadjective

Used attributively (e.g., "safari jacket"); generally not gradable.

Synonyms

Definitions

safarinoun

An expedition to observe or hunt animals in their natural habitat, especially in East Africa.

They went on a safari in Kenya to see the lions and elephants in the wild.

A journey or expedition, especially for exploration or adventure.

The group embarked on a safari through the Amazon rainforest to study its diverse ecosystem.

The activity of travelling to observe or hunt wildlife, especially in Africa, used without an article after the preposition “on”.

She spent two unforgettable weeks on safari in Botswana.

safariverb

To go on a journey to observe or hunt wild animals in their natural habitat.

They safaried across the Serengeti for ten days.

safariadjective

Relating to or suitable for a safari; characteristic of safari gear or style.

He wore a lightweight safari jacket and khaki trousers.