Expedition Definition & Meaning

expedition
noun
  1. a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
  2. an organized group of people undertaking a journey for a particular purpose; "an expedition was sent to explore Mars"
  3. a journey organized for a particular purpose
  4. a journey taken for pleasure; "many summer excursions to the shore"; "it was merely a pleasure trip"; "after cautious sashays into the field"
  5. the property of being prompt and efficient; "it was done with dispatch"

"Expedition" in song lyrics

See how expedition is used in real songs:

  • "2000 Expedition"
    (504 Boyz f/) X-Con — Enemies
  • "That's pimpin' tradition, play Sony in the Expedition"
    All City — The Actual
  • "Talkin' bout the next expedition"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Conversation With a Devil

Usage tips for "expedition"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "expedition" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for expedition to find words that pair well.

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