Foraying: meaning, definitions and examples
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foraying
[ ˈfɔːreɪ ]
exploration venture
To foray means to make a brief excursion or journey into a new area. It often implies a sense of adventure or seeking out new opportunities. This term can also indicate a raid or incursion into enemy territory. Foraying is frequently associated with examining or gathering information about the surrounding environment, often in a proactive manner.
Synonyms
excursion, expedition, incursion, raid.
Examples of usage
- The research team decided to foray into the uncharted caves.
- He forayed into the world of digital marketing to expand his business.
- The soldiers forayed into the enemy's camp under the cover of darkness.
Translations
Translations of the word "foraying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incursão
🇮🇳 छापे
🇩🇪 Einfall
🇮🇩 penyerbuan
🇺🇦 налет
🇵🇱 najeźdź
🇯🇵 襲撃
🇫🇷 incursion
🇪🇸 incursión
🇹🇷 baskın
🇰🇷 습격
🇸🇦 غزو
🇨🇿 nájezd
🇸🇰 nájazd
🇨🇳 突袭
🇸🇮 napad
🇮🇸 innrás
🇰🇿 шабуыл
🇬🇪 შედგენის
🇦🇿 basqın
🇲🇽 incursión
Etymology
The word 'foray' originates from the Middle English term 'forayen', which means to plunder or to make a raid. This, in turn, comes from the Old French 'forer', meaning 'to steal' or 'to forage', which is derived from 'fora', meaning 'to forage' or 'to seek for food'. The earliest uses of the term were associated with hunting and gathering, especially in the context of foraging for resources. Over time, the meaning evolved to include more general exploration and excursions into new territories, whether for the purpose of discovery, research, or theft. Its usage has varied across different contexts, but the core idea of venturing out into the unknown remains prevalent.