Explorations (en. Explorations)
/ɛk.splɔ.ʁa.sjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The act of examining a place or phenomenon to learn more about it.
Underwater explorations reveal fascinating creatures.
Les explorations des fonds marins révèlent des créatures fascinantes.
In-depth study of a subject or field.
Scientific explorations allow us to better understand the universe.
Les explorations scientifiques nous permettent de mieux comprendre l'univers.
Search for a new place, often in the context of adventure.
Explorations of unknown lands were conducted by famous explorers.
Les explorations des terres inconnues ont été menées par des explorateurs célèbres.
Etymology
From the Latin 'exploratio', from the verb 'explorare' meaning 'to examine, to recognize'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
space explorations
Research conducted in space.
explorations spatiales
scientific explorations
Studies aimed at discovering or analyzing scientific phenomena.
explorations scientifiques
field explorations
Practical analysis of a given place or environment.
explorations de terrain
Related Words
explorer
A person who undertakes explorations.
explorateur
exploration
The act of exploring.
exploration
exploratory
Which serves to explore or discover.
exploratoire
Slang Meanings
Intense or thorough research.
He does explorations on Google like a pro.
Il fait des explorations sur Google comme un pro.
Adventure into the unknown.
Going on explorations is true happiness.
Partir en explorations, c'est ça le vrai bonheur.