tour

/tʊr/
noun
  1. A journey for pleasure, education, or business, visiting several places.
    • She booked a bus tour of the national parks.
    • The band's world tour sold out in minutes.
    • We took a guided tour of the ancient ruins in Greece.
  2. A short trip through a building, factory, or site to see how it works or what it contains.
    • The factory offers a free tour of its chocolate-making process.
    • We went on a self-guided tour of the museum.
    • The hospital gave a tour of the new emergency wing.
  3. A period of duty or service, especially in the military or a job that involves travel.
    • He completed a tour of duty in Afghanistan.
    • Her tour as ambassador ended after three years.
    • The soldiers returned home after a six-month tour.
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verb
  1. To travel around a place for pleasure, education, or business.
    • They plan to tour Europe by train this summer.
    • The band will tour the United States next year.
    • We toured the old city on foot.
  2. To make a guided visit through a building or site.
    • She toured the new school with the principal.
    • Visitors can tour the castle every afternoon.
    • The guide toured us through the historic mansion.
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