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explorers

 

[ ɪkˈsplɔːrərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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Explorers are individuals who travel to unfamiliar places in order to discover new territories, resources, or cultures. They are known for their adventurous spirit and willingness to take risks in pursuit of knowledge and discovery.

Synonyms

adventurers, pioneers, voyagers.

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Word Description / Examples
explorers

Used to refer to people who travel to unknown places to discover new information about geography, resources, or cultures.

  • The explorers set out to map the uncharted parts of the Amazon rainforest.
  • Early explorers faced many dangers as they navigated through new territories.
pioneers

Refers to people who are among the first to explore and settle a new area, or those who innovate in their fields.

  • The pioneers of the American West faced many challenges in their quest for new land.
  • Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity.
adventurers

Used to describe people who engage in exciting or risky activities, often for the thrill rather than for scientific or geographical discovery.

  • The adventurers climbed the highest peaks and dived into the deepest caves.
  • Being an adventurer requires a bold and fearless spirit.
voyagers

Specifically refers to people who travel long distances by sea or in space, often on a journey or quest.

  • The voyagers embarked on a long journey across the Atlantic Ocean.
  • The space voyagers were the first to reach Mars.

Examples of usage

  • Many famous explorers, such as Christopher Columbus and Marco Polo, are celebrated for their groundbreaking discoveries.
  • Explorers often face challenges such as harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with indigenous populations.
  • The Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries saw a surge in explorers seeking new trade routes and lands to conquer.

Translations

Translations of the word "explorers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exploradores

🇮🇳 अन्वेषक

🇩🇪 Entdecker

🇮🇩 penjelajah

🇺🇦 дослідники

🇵🇱 odkrywcy

🇯🇵 探検家

🇫🇷 explorateurs

🇪🇸 exploradores

🇹🇷 kaşifler

🇰🇷 탐험가

🇸🇦 مستكشفون

🇨🇿 průzkumníci

🇸🇰 prieskumníci

🇨🇳 探险家

🇸🇮 raziskovalci

🇮🇸 landkönnuðir

🇰🇿 зерттеушілер

🇬🇪 მკვლევარები

🇦🇿 tədqiqatçılar

🇲🇽 exploradores

Etymology

The concept of exploration has been a fundamental part of human history, dating back to ancient times when early civilizations sent out expeditions to discover new lands and expand their empires. During the Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries, European explorers embarked on voyages of discovery that forever changed the course of history. These explorers, such as Vasco da Gama, Ferdinand Magellan, and Hernán Cortés, opened up new trade routes, established colonies, and encountered diverse cultures around the world. The legacy of these explorers continues to inspire modern-day adventurers and researchers to push the boundaries of knowledge and discovery.

See also: exploration, explorations, exploratory, explore, explorer, explores, exploring, unexplored.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,658, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.