safari
Americannoun
PLURAL
safaris-
a journey or expedition, for hunting, exploration, or investigation, especially in eastern Africa.
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the hunters, guides, vehicles, equipment, etc., forming such an expedition.
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any long or adventurous journey or expedition.
verb (used without object)
noun
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an overland journey or hunting expedition, esp in Africa
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any recreational journey or expedition
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the people, animals, etc, that go on the expedition
Etymology
Origin of safari
1885–90; < Swahili < Arabic safar journey
Example Sentences
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For the playroom, Welch showed her daughter three different wall decals from Urban Walls: ice cream cones, safari animals and flowers.
From Seattle Times
The Georgia safari is home to Bengal tigers, according to information on its website.
From Washington Post
They decided on Tanzania, renting out several One Nature Nyaruswiga luxury safari lodges in the heart of the Serengeti for the couple and their two young kids.
From Washington Post
Her comments prompted a safari and amusement park in Guangzhou to announce free annual membership cards to all Chinese diving team members.
From BBC
Forget luxury African safaris or Caribbean cruises on private chartered yachts.
From Seattle Times
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