Word: Excursion

Pronunciation

/ɪkˈskɜːrʒn/

Definitions

• Noun: A short trip or journey made for pleasure, often away from one’s usual environment, especially one that is part of a longer holiday or taken during a day off. For example: “We’re planning a day-long excursion to the countryside.”

Example sentence: "The students went on an educational excursion to the local museum."

Phrases

• “Excursion train” refers to a train that runs specifically for taking passengers on a sightseeing trip.
• “Day trip” is synonymous with an excursion, referring to a short outing or journey undertaken during the day.
• “Excursion fare” refers to a discounted price for transportation provided for those taking a particular trip or tour.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The cruise ship offered various excursions to explore the islands.”
• “They took an unplanned excursion to the nearby town when their flight was delayed.”

Synonyms

• Trip
• Outing
• Journey
• Adventure
• Expedition
• Tour
• Jaunt
• Trek
• Exploration
• Day-trip