Expediciones (en. Expeditions)

[eks-pe-di-sjo-nes]

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Group of people organized to undertake a journey with a specific purpose.
Scientific expeditions to the Arctic have provided valuable data on climate change.
Las expediciones científicas al Ártico han proporcionado valiosos datos sobre el cambio climático.
Activity of exploring or researching an unknown or little-known place.
Their expedition to the ocean floor was a success, and they discovered new species.
Su expedición al fondo del océano fue un éxito y descubrieron nuevas especies.
Trips made to achieve discoveries or research in various areas.
Historical expeditions were fundamental for the study of geography.
Las expediciones históricas fueron fundamentales para el estudio de la geografía.

Etymology

From the Latin 'expeditio', which means 'departure or action of leaving'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scientific expedition
Mission organized with the objective of conducting scientific research.
expedición científica
missionary expedition
Journey aimed at spreading a faith or carrying out social actions.
expedición misionera
exploration expedition
Journey intended to discover or investigate a geographical area.
expedición de exploración

Related Words

exploration
Act of examining or investigating a place or matter.
exploración
journey
Movement from one place to another, which can serve different purposes.
viaje
adventure
Thrilling experience that involves a journey or risky activity.
aventura

Slang Meanings

Camping expedition
This weekend we will go on a camping expedition in the mountains.
El fin de semana haremos una expedición de acampada en la montaña.
Group expedition
The group expedition to the jungle was incredibly fun.
La expedición en grupo a la selva fue increíblemente divertida.