exploration
/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/
noun
- The act of traveling to or examining an unfamiliar place in order to learn about it.
- Her exploration of the old castle revealed hidden tunnels.
- Space exploration has led to many scientific discoveries.
- The team set out on an exploration of the dense Amazon rainforest.
- The act of examining or investigating something in detail, such as an idea, topic, or possibility.
- We need a thorough exploration of all possible solutions before deciding.
- The book is an exploration of the meaning of happiness.
- His exploration of different career paths took several years.
- The act of touching or feeling something, especially in a medical context, to examine it.
- The dentist's exploration of the cavity showed it was deeper than expected.
- The doctor performed a gentle exploration of the wound.
- During the physical exam, the nurse did an exploration of the patient's abdomen.
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