an act or instance of exploring or investigating; examination.
the investigation of unknown regions.
Origin of exploration
1535–45; <Latin explōrātiōn- (stem of explōrātiō) an examination, equivalent to explōrāt(us) searched out, examined (past participle of explōrāre to explore) + -iōn--ion
Byrne is bullish about wanting to see a comprehensive exploration program for Venus similar to what we’ve already seen for Mars.
We need to go to Venus as soon as possible|Neel Patel|September 16, 2020|MIT Technology Review
As we’re seeing in China, the days of the search engine website that you visit to start your exploration could be numbered.
Are search engines dead in China?|Ada Luo|September 14, 2020|Search Engine Watch
Stay for an exploration of how journalism works and the dilemmas this development opens up.
Special Emergency Podcast: Ash Street, Ash Street, a Story Goes Down|Scott Lewis|September 11, 2020|Voice of San Diego
In a blog post published today, NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine said the new initiative is part of the agency’s larger goal with the Artemis program to bolster private-sector participation in space exploration.
NASA will pay for moon rocks excavated by private companies|Neel Patel|September 10, 2020|MIT Technology Review
With over a dozen preloaded apps, clear display, and fast processing, the TI-84 Plus encourages exploration of interactive geometry, inequality graphing, real-world data collection and analysis, and other tools for math and science coursework.
The best graphing calculators for students|PopSci Commerce Team|September 4, 2020|Popular Science
And, of course, it recommends keeping screen time limited, so as not to supplant other, real-world play and exploration.
Yes, Your Toddler Can Watch TV: The New Rules for Screen Time|Russell Saunders|December 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The human desire for knowledge and exploration is an absolute good, and we need to follow that instinct.
Christopher Nolan Uncut: On ‘Interstellar,’ Ben Affleck’s Batman, and the Future of Mankind|Marlow Stern|November 10, 2014|DAILY BEAST
There are risks that you take because they are important—because exploration is important.
James Cameron Dives into the Ocean's Abyss|Andrew Romano|July 21, 2014|DAILY BEAST
I think science and exploration and understanding the natural world are more important than that.
James Cameron Dives into the Ocean's Abyss|Andrew Romano|July 21, 2014|DAILY BEAST
For a while I do exploration, then I come back and do movies.
James Cameron Dives into the Ocean's Abyss|Andrew Romano|July 21, 2014|DAILY BEAST
This line of exploration appeared preferable to the strong practical mind of Mr. Chambers, who had in view the quid pro quo.
Successful Exploration Through the Interior of Australia|William John Wills
We are unsure of the inward way, and our available resources are not yet adequate to this type of exploration.
An Interpretation of Friends Worship|N. Jean Toomer
Besides, even if she had, what good could come of her exploration?
Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader|R.M. Ballantyne
We had been provided with a guide; and everything being arranged, I set out upon my exploration of the new territory.
The Adventures of Captain Mago|Lon Cahun
The caves of the neighbourhood of Beit Jibrin provide ample material for several months' exploration.
How to Observe in Archaeology|Various
British Dictionary definitions for exploration
exploration
/ (ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən) /
noun
the act or process of exploring
medexamination of an organ or part for diagnostic purposes
an organized trip into unfamiliar regions, esp for scientific purposes; expedition