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excursion

/ɪkˈskɜːr.ʒən/

[/ɪkˈskɜːr.ʒən/]

short pleasure trip

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Definition

A short journey made for pleasure, especially one taken by a group.

Example

The hotel organized a day excursion to the nearby islands for its interested guests.

The hotel organized a day excursion to the nearby islands for its interested guests.

Etymology

From Latin 'excursio', a running out or expedition.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for organized short trips in tourism.

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