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单词 exploration
释义

exploration

noun

ex·​plo·​ra·​tion ˌek-splə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce exploration (audio)
-ˌsplȯ-
: the act or an instance of exploring
explorational
ˌek-splə-ˈrā-shnəl How to pronounce exploration (audio)
-shə-nᵊl
-ˌsplȯ-
adjective

Synonyms

  • delving
  • disquisition
  • examen
  • examination
  • inquest
  • inquiry
  • inquisition
  • investigation
  • probation
  • probe
  • probing
  • research
  • study
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Example Sentences

a topic for scholarly exploration the early exploration of the West early explorations of the West
Recent Examples on the Web The group plans a new standard, due in mid-2023, for exploration and development that aims to bake sustainability into the design of a new mine. Daniel Moore, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Sep. 2022 Squyres has a unique perspective on the similarities between the space exploration and entertainment businesses, because both his brother and daughter work as film editors. Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Sep. 2022 His firm forecasts spending by exploration and production companies in North America will increase 33% this year over last. Anna Hirtenstein, WSJ, 31 Aug. 2022 Experts will share knowledge about turtles, while games and a scavenger hunt will encourage exploration. Lawrence Specker | Lspecker@al.com, al, 31 Aug. 2022 More generally, Artemis astronauts will carry out extended exploration and research to learn more about the moon's origin and evolution and test the hardware and procedures that will be necessary before sending astronauts to Mars. William Harwood, CBS News, 30 Aug. 2022 When asked if Norway should continue to drill for oil and gas, Musk said additional exploration is warranted, Reuters reported. Alena Botros, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2022 But the film will be light-hearted and have a focus on exploration. Chris Smith, BGR, 28 Aug. 2022 Artemis will set up the lunar Gateway, an outpost orbiting the moon that is to be assembled in space and aid future exploration. Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

exploration

noun

ex·​plo·​ra·​tion ˌek-splə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce exploration (audio)
: the act or an instance of searching through or into

exploration

noun

as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something an exploration into the disappearance of famed aviator Amelia Earhart

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • investigation
  • inquiry
  • examination
  • study
  • research
  • probing
  • probe
  • delving
  • inspection
  • inquisition
  • disquisition
  • inquest
  • probation
  • survey
  • quest
  • examen
  • audit
  • questionnaire
  • diagnosis
  • interrogation
  • hearing
  • checkup
  • trial
  • question
  • challenge
  • self-exploration
  • reinvestigation
  • rehearing
  • query
  • poll
  • grilling
  • self-reflection
  • self-examination
  • soul-searching
  • check
  • quiz
  • questionary
  • self-questioning
  • feeler
  • self-scrutiny
  • cross-examination
  • going-over
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