excursion
Translation
excursion, outing, trip, digression
Examples
We went on a short excursion to the lake.
We went on a short excursion to the lake.
The lecture included a brief excursion into history.
The lecture included a brief excursion into history.
Grammar Patterns
an excursion ((to a place)) a short journey to a place We're planning an excursion to the coast.
an excursion ((into a topic)) a short deviation from the main subject The book makes an excursion into the history of the region.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trip, outing, jaunt, digression
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (out) + 'currere' (to run). Literally, 'a running out'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'running out' of your normal routine for a short trip.