expedition

/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/
noun
  1. A journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people for a specific purpose, such as exploration, research, or adventure.
    • The archaeological expedition uncovered ancient ruins buried beneath the sand.
    • The team prepared for months before their expedition to the South Pole.
    • Our school science club organized an expedition to study local wildlife in the forest.
  2. The people, vehicles, or equipment involved in such a journey.
    • The entire expedition consisted of twenty scientists and fifty porters.
    • Supplies for the expedition were loaded onto three trucks.
    • The expedition set up camp at the base of the mountain before the final climb.
  3. Speed or promptness in doing something; efficiency.
    • The customer service team handled the complaint with great expedition.
    • We completed the project with remarkable expedition, finishing two weeks early.
    • The emergency crew acted with expedition to rescue the trapped hikers.
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