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In Latin, the prefix ex- means "out of" and the verb currere means "to run." When the two are put together, they form the verb excurrere , literally "to run out" or "to extend." Excurrere gave rise not only to excursion but also to excurrent (an adjective for things having channels or currents that run outward) and excursus (meaning "an appendix or digression that contains further exposition of some point or topic"). Other words deriving from currere include corridor , curriculum , and among newer words, parkour .

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Latin excursion-, excursio , from excurrere

circa 1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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“Excursion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/excursion. Accessed 9 Jun. 2024.

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from Latin excursio, excursion- "a going out," from excurrere "to run out, make an excursion, extend," from ex- "out, forth" and currere "to run" — related to current

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American English : excursion / ɪkˈskɜrʒən /
Brazilian Portuguese : excursão
Chinese : 短途旅行
European Spanish : excursión
French : excursion
German : Ausflug
Italian : escursione
Japanese : 小旅行
Korean : 짧은 여행
European Portuguese : excursão
Spanish : excursión
Thai : การเที่ยวพักผ่อนหย่อนใจ, การเที่ยวช่วงสั้นๆ

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Definition of excursion noun from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

trip an act of traveling from one place to another, and usually back again: a business trip a five-minute trip by taxi
journey an act of traveling from one place to another, especially when they are far apart: a long and difficult journey across the mountains
A trip usually involves you going to a place and back again; a journey is usually one-way. A trip is often shorter than a journey , although it does not have to be: a trip to New York a round-the-world trip. It is often short in time, even if it is long in distance. Journey is more often used when the traveling takes a long time and is difficult.
tour a journey made for pleasure during which several different places are visited: a tour of California
commute the regular trip that a person makes when they travel to work and back home again: a two-hour commute into downtown Washington
expedition an organized journey with a particular purpose, especially to find out about a place that is not well known: the first expedition to the South Pole
excursion a short trip made for pleasure, especially one that has been organized for a group of people: We went on an all-day excursion to the island.
outing a short trip made for pleasure or education, usually with a group of people and lasting no more than a day: My project team organized an afternoon outing to celebrate.
an overseas trip/journey/tour/expedition
a bus/train trip/journey/tour
to go on a(n) trip/journey/tour/expedition/excursion/outing
to set out/off on a(n) trip/journey/tour/expedition/excursion
to take a(n) trip/journey/expedition/excursion

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2 excursion into something ( formal ) a short period of trying a new or different activity After a brief excursion into drama, he concentrated on his main interest, which was poetry.

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Borrowed from Latin excursio ( “ a running out, an inroad, invasion, a setting out, beginning of a speech ” ) , from excurrere ( “ to run out ” ) , from ex ( “ out ” ) + currere ( “ to run ” ) .

Pronunciation

( Received Pronunciation ) IPA ( key ) : /ɛkˈskɜː.ʃən/
( General Australian ) IPA ( key ) : /ekˈskɜː.ʃən/
Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)ʃən , -ɜː(ɹ)ʒən

excursion ( plural excursions )

1921 , Ben Travers, chapter 2, in A Cuckoo in the Nest , Garden City, N.Y.: Doubleday, Page & Company , published 1925 , →OCLC : Mother [ … ] considered that the exclusiveness of Peter's circle was due not to its distinction, but to the fact that it was an inner Babylon of prodigality and whoredom, from which every Kensingtonian held aloof, except on the conventional tip-and-run excursions in pursuit of shopping, tea and theatres.
A wandering from the main subject: a digression .
( aviation ) An occurrence where an aircraft runs off the end or side of a runway or taxiway , usually during takeoff , landing , or taxi .
( phonetics ) A deviation in pitch , for example in the syllables of enthusiastic speech .
( recreational trip ) : journey , trip
( wandering from the main subject ) : digression , excursus

Derived terms

alarums and excursions
excursion fare
excursion rate
excursion steamer
power excursion

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excursion ( third-person singular simple present excursions , present participle excursioning , simple past and past participle excursioned )

1825 , Charles Lamb , Letter to Mr. Wordsworth , 6 April, 1825, in The Works of Charles Lamb , Volume I, New York: Harper & Brothers, 1851, p. 249, [1] Yesterday I excursioned twenty miles; to-day I write a few letters.
1880 , Mark Twain , chapter 49, in A Tramp Abroad ‎ [2] : After breakfast, that next morning in Chamonix, we went out in the yard and watched the gangs of excursioning tourists arriving and departing with their mules and guides and porters [ … ]
1942 , Emily Carr , “ Ways of Getting Round ”, in The Book of Small : Victoria cows preferred to walk on the plank sidewalks in winter rather than dirty their hooves in the mud by the roadside. They liked to tune their chews to the tap, tap, tap of their feet on the planks. Ladies challenged the right of way by opening and shutting their umbrellas in the cows' faces and shooing, but the cows only chewed harder and stood still. It was the woman-lady, not the lady-cow who had to take to the mud and get scratched by the wild rose bushes that grew between sidewalk and fence while she excursioned round the cow.

verb (used without object)

to go on or take an excursion.

an excursion fare; an excursion bus.

/ -ʒən; ɪkˈskɜːʃən /

a short outward and return journey, esp for relaxation, sightseeing, etc; outing
a group of people going on such a journey

an excursion ticket

an excursion into politics

(formerly) a raid or attack
a movement from an equilibrium position, as in an oscillation
the magnitude of this displacement
the normal movement of a movable bodily organ or part from its resting position, such as the lateral movement of the lower jaw
machinery the locus of a point on a moving part, esp the deflection of a whirling shaft

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ex·cursion·al ex·cursion·ary adjective
preex·cursion noun

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Example Sentences

It is disappointing and, frankly, frightening that Thompson walked away from his repugnant Sea World excursion scot-free.

Several events specifically cater to kids, making this a fun excursion for the whole family.

I learned a lot about myself on that excursion, and from the trip as a whole.

There was, instead, a nauseating excursion into base and sad fantasies.

While a two-day feeding frenzy makes for a fun excursion, the human body is only capable of so much consumption.

Out gets Uncle David, looking brown and healthy after his northern excursion.

The other day an excursion was arranged to Sondershausen, a town about three hours' ride from Weimar in the cars.

We got back to Weimar about eight in the evening, and this delicious excursion, like all others, had to end.

To my friends ever since I have not failed to recommend the passage of the Butterley tunnel as a desirable pleasure excursion.

From childhood I had longed to see something of the world, and this excursion to Paris was the first gratification of that wish.

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Dictionary definition of excursion

A short trip or journey, usually for pleasure or a specific purpose. "She went on an excursion to the nearby city to explore the museums."

Detailed meaning of excursion

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It can be a day trip or a longer trip, but it is usually a temporary departure from one's usual routine or place of residence. Excursions can be organized by travel agencies, schools, or other groups, and can include activities such as sightseeing, hiking, or visiting historical or cultural sites. It can also refer to a deviation or a departure from a main course of action or a usual path, as in a excursion from a topic in a conversation or from a main subject in a book. In general, the term implies that there is a short trip or journey, usually for pleasure or a specific purpose, whether it's a day trip or a longer trip, and that it can include different activities, and that it's a temporary departure from one's usual routine or place of residence.

Example sentences containing excursion

1. We went on a thrilling mountain excursion during our vacation. 2. The school organized a field excursion to the local museum. 3. I booked an excursion to explore the coral reefs while visiting the island. 4. The excursion to the national park offered breathtaking views of the scenery. 5. The tour guide provided interesting facts during our city excursion . 6. We enjoyed a relaxing boat excursion along the river.

History and etymology of excursion

The noun ' excursion ' traces its origins back to the Latin word 'excursio,' which is derived from the verb 'excurrere.' 'Excurrere' is a compound of 'ex,' meaning 'out of,' and 'currere,' meaning 'to run.' Thus, the etymology of ' excursion ' can be understood as a journey that involves venturing out or running out from one's usual location or routine. Over time, this term found its way into Middle English as 'excursioun' and eventually evolved into the modern English word ' excursion .' This etymology encapsulates the essence of a short journey or trip, often taken for pleasure or a specific purpose, where one temporarily departs from their regular activities or surroundings.

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Further usage examples of excursion

1. The excursion to the historic site gave us insights into the past. 2. The excursion to the amusement park was a highlight of the trip. 3. We signed up for an excursion to visit the ancient ruins. 4. The excursion included a guided hike through the forest. 5. The excursion to the vineyard offered a wine tasting experience. 6. We embarked on an exciting safari excursion to spot wildlife. 7. The excursion to the waterfall allowed us to swim in its refreshing waters. 8. The excursion to the art gallery showcased masterpieces from renowned artists. 9. We took an adventurous ATV excursion through rugged terrain. 10. The excursion to the chocolate factory delighted our taste buds. 11. The excursion to the botanical garden showcased a wide variety of plant species. 12. We joined a guided excursion to explore the underground caves. 13. The excursion to the historical landmark provided a glimpse into the past. 14. We participated in a guided snorkeling excursion to explore the vibrant marine life.

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Yakutia boeing 737 runs off the runway in moscow.

On Christmas Day, a Boeing 737-700 operated by Yakutia Airlines overran runway 24 when landing at Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) in Moscow. The 14.8-year-old Boeing 737-700 registration number VQ-BIP was on a regularly scheduled flight from Chulman Neryungri Airport (NER) to the Russian capital Moscow.

Upon landing at 12:00L (09:00Z), the aircraft overshot the runway by about 20 meters (65 feet). Still, they managed to stop on a paved surface with no injuries reported amongst the 109 passengers and seven crew members. Videos and images on social media show the passengers disembarking the aircraft using mobile stairs before being taken to the terminal building to retrieve their luggage. The aircraft was later taken to the apron by a tow truck.

What is a runway excursion?

The definition of a runway excursion is a safety incident when an aircraft exits the runway at an inappropriate place. This can be an overrun of the runway, as was the case with the Yakutia Airlines Boeing 737-700 that could not stop before the end of the runway. Runway excursion can happen because of pilot error, a fault with the aircraft, or bad weather.

Runway excursions are the most frequent type of landing accidents and normally occur at airports with short runways. Fortunately, VKO in Moscow had a concrete extension at the end of runway 24, allowing the aircraft the extra surface it needed to stop. Many airports that do not have the space to extend runways like New York's LaGuardia, use materials to quickly slow down an aircraft if it overruns the runway.

About Yakutia Airlines

Founded in 2002 from Aeroflot's Yakutsk Division, Yakutia Airlines operates domestic and international flights from its hubs at Platon Oyunsky Yakutsk International Airport (YKS) and Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) in Moscow.

The airline is owned by the Republic of Sakha's government in Russia's Far East, a place that has the distinction of being the largest subnational governing body by area in the world. Sakha is also regarded as one of the coldest places in the northern hemisphere, with an average winter temperature of −35°C (−31°F).

According to aviation enthusiast website Planespotters.net Yakutia Airlines operates a fleet of the following aircraft:

3 x Boeing 737-700
4 x Boeing 737-800
4 x De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300
1 x De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400
5 x Sukhoi Superjet 100

in 2019 while attending the MAKS Air Show at Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA), Moscow, Yakutia Airlines signed a tentative agreement to purchase five Irkut MC-21 aircraft. Delivery of the new single-aisle aircraft was expected to be in the second half of 2021. Russia hopes that the Irkut MC-21 will prove to be a competitor with the Boeing 737 MAX and the Airbus A320neo.

About the Boeing 737-700

The first of the new next-generation (NG) Boeing 737s, Southwest Airlines, was its launch customer in December 1997. The aircraft replaced the Boeing 737-300, which could seat 126 passengers in a two-class configuration or 149 passengers in an all-economy class layout similar to the Airbus A319.

By around June of 2018, there were 1,000 Boeing 737-700s in service, with half of them flying for low-cost Texas-based Southwest Airlines. Canada's WestJet was the next big operator with 56 planes, followed by Chicago-based United Airlines who had 39. A cargo version of the Boeing 737-700 was also developed for the United States Navy and had the military designation, C-40 Clipper.

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Excursion Definition & Meaning
excursion: [noun] a going out or forth : expedition. a usually brief pleasure trip. a trip at special reduced rates.
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Excursion definition: a short trip or outing to some place, usually for a special purpose and with the intention of a prompt return. See examples of EXCURSION used in a sentence.
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excursion: 1 n a journey taken for pleasure "many summer excursions to the shore" Synonyms: expedition , jaunt , junket , outing , pleasure trip , sashay Types: airing a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air field trip a group excursion (to a museum or the woods or some historic place) for firsthand examination Type of: journey , ...
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Synonyms trip trip journey tour expedition excursion outing day out These are all words for an act of travelling to a place. trip an act of travelling from one place to another, and usually back again:. a business trip; a five-minute trip by taxi; journey an act of travelling from one place to another, especially when they are a long way apart:. a long and difficult journey across the mountains
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Excursion definition: A usually short journey made for pleasure; an outing.
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excursion in American English. (ɪkˈskɜːrʒən, -ʃən) noun. 1. a short trip or outing to some place, usually for a special purpose and with the intention of a prompt return. a pleasure excursion. a scientific excursion. 2. a trip on a train, ship, etc., at a reduced rate.
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1 a short trip made for pleasure, especially one that has been organized for a group of people They've gone on an excursion to New York. There are regular weekend excursions throughout the summer. Thesaurus trip. journey; tour; commute; expedition; excursion; outing; These are all words for an act of traveling to a place.
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From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English Related topics: Tourism excursion ex‧cur‧sion / ɪkˈskɜːʃ ə n $ ɪkˈskɜːrʒ ə n / noun [countable] 1 DLT a short journey arranged so that a group of people can visit a place, especially while they are on holiday excursion to Included in the tour is an excursion to the Grand Canyon. on ...
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excursion (third-person singular simple present excursions, present participle excursioning, simple past and past participle excursioned) (intransitive) To go on a recreational trip or excursion.1825, Charles Lamb, Letter to Mr. Wordsworth, 6 April, 1825, in The Works of Charles Lamb, Volume I, New York: Harper & Brothers, 1851, p. 249, Yesterday I excursioned twenty miles; to-day I write a ...
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