excursion
|ex/cur/sion|
🇺🇸
/ɪkˈskɜrʒən/
🇬🇧
/ɪkˈskɜːʃən/
short journey
Etymology
'excursion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'excursio,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'currere' meant 'to run.'
'excursio' transformed into the French word 'excursion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'excursion' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a running out or sally,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a short journey or trip.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a short journey or trip, especially one taken as a leisure activity.
We went on an excursion to the mountains.
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Noun 2
a deviation from a regular pattern, path, or level of activity.
The project took an unexpected excursion from its original plan.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35