excursion
UK: ɪkˈskɜː.ʃən | US: ɪkˈskɜːr.ʒən
n. a short journey or trip, especially for leisure or education
n. a deviation from a planned or usual course (e.g., in discussion or behavior)
The word "excursion" originates from Latin excursio, derived from excurrere ("to run out"). The morpheme ex- means "out," while curs (from currere, "to run") implies movement. Combined with the noun suffix -ion, it literally means "a running out" or "a journey outward." Over time, it evolved to describe short trips, often for pleasure or exploration, retaining the core idea of venturing beyond usual boundaries.
The school organized an excursion to the science museum.
During our vacation, we took a brief excursion to the nearby mountains.
His speech included an unexpected excursion into politics.
The hiking club plans monthly excursions to national parks.
The book’s plot includes a thrilling excursion into the protagonist’s past.