navigation
Translation
navigation, sailing
Examples
The ship's navigation system failed.
The ship's navigation system failed.
He studied celestial navigation.
He studied celestial navigation.
Website navigation should be simple.
Website navigation should be simple.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) the act or science of finding a way. Navigation requires great skill.
((countable/uncountable)) the system of menus on a website. The website has user-friendly navigation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sailing, voyaging, guidance
Etymology
From Latin 'navigatio', the noun form of the verb 'navigare' (to sail). See 'navigate'.
Memory Tips
The act of 'navigating' is 'navigation'. Think of the GPS navigation in a car.