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EXPLORATION
exploration, geographic expedition
(noun) to travel for the purpose of discovery
exploration
(noun) a careful systematic search
exploration
(noun) a systematic consideration; “he called for a careful exploration of the consequences”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
exploration (countable and uncountable, plural explorations)
The process of exploring.
The process of penetrating, or ranging over for purposes of (especially geographical) discovery.
A physical examination.
Source: Wiktionary
Ex`plo*ra"tion, n. Etym: [L. exploratio: cf. F. exploration.]
Definition: The act of exploring, penetrating, or ranging over for purposes of discovery, especially of geographical discovery; examination; as, the exploration of unknown countries; (Med.)
Definition: physical examination. "An exploration of doctrine." Bp. Hall.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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