expedition
UK: ˌekspəˈdɪʃn | US: ˌekspəˈdɪʃn
n. a journey or voyage undertaken for a specific purpose, often exploratory or military
n. the group of people undertaking such a journey
n. promptness or efficiency in action
expedition = ex<out> + ped<foot> + ition<noun suffix>
- ex (Latin: "out") → Indicates movement away or outward.
- ped (Latin: "foot") → Relates to travel or movement by foot.
- ition (noun-forming suffix) → Denotes an action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word "expedition" originates from Latin expeditio, meaning "a military campaign" or "speedily prepared effort." It combines ex- ("out") and pes ("foot"), reflecting the idea of "freeing one's feet" for swift movement. Over time, it evolved to emphasize purposeful journeys, whether for exploration, war, or efficiency. The root ped appears in other English words like "pedestrian" (walking) and "impede" (to obstruct progress).
The scientific expedition to Antarctica lasted six months.
Lewis and Clark led an expedition to map the American West.
The army prepared for a dangerous expedition into enemy territory.
She handled the project with remarkable expedition.
The documentary follows a wildlife expedition in the Amazon.