journey
UK: ˈdʒɜːni | US: ˈdʒɜːrni
n. an act of traveling from one place to another, especially over a long distance
n. a long and often difficult process of personal change or development
The word "journey" originated in the 12th century from Old French "jornee" (a day's travel or work), rooted in Latin "diurnum." It originally referred to the distance one could travel in a day, emphasizing the temporal aspect of travel. Over time, it expanded to denote any extended trip or transformative process, retaining its connection to progression over time.
Their journey across the desert took three weeks.
The book describes her spiritual journey to self-discovery.
We embarked on a train journey through the mountains.
Recovery after surgery is often a slow journey.
The journey from novice to expert requires patience.