Navigation: meaning, definitions and examples

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navigation

 

[ ˌnæv.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

using a map

The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.

Synonyms

direction, guidance, routing.

Examples of usage

  • The navigation of the ship was guided by the stars.
  • He relied on his navigation skills to find his way through the forest.
Context #2 | Noun

internet browsing

The process or activity of moving around a website or the internet in general.

Synonyms

browsing, exploration, surfing.

Examples of usage

  • The website has a user-friendly navigation menu.
  • Good navigation is essential for a positive user experience.
Context #3 | Noun

aviation

The guidance of an aircraft from one place to another, especially by a pilot or flight crew.

Synonyms

aircraft guidance, flight management, piloting.

Examples of usage

  • The navigation system on the plane malfunctioned.
  • Pilots need to have strong navigation skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "navigation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 navegação

🇮🇳 नेविगेशन (Nāvigēśana)

🇩🇪 Navigation

🇮🇩 navigasi

🇺🇦 навігація

🇵🇱 nawigacja

🇯🇵 ナビゲーション (Nabigēshon)

🇫🇷 navigation

🇪🇸 navegación

🇹🇷 navigasyon

🇰🇷 내비게이션 (naebigeisyeon)

🇸🇦 ملاحة (milāḥa)

🇨🇿 navigace

🇸🇰 navigácia

🇨🇳 导航 (dǎoháng)

🇸🇮 navigacija

🇮🇸 leiðsögn

🇰🇿 навигация (navigatsiya)

🇬🇪 ნავიგაცია (navigatsia)

🇦🇿 naviqasiya

🇲🇽 navegación

Etymology

The word 'navigation' originated from the Latin word 'navigatio', which means 'a voyage'. The concept of navigation has been essential for human civilization since ancient times, enabling explorers to travel across oceans and discover new lands. Over the years, navigation techniques have evolved from relying on stars and compasses to sophisticated GPS systems used in modern transportation.

See also: navigating.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,095, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.