safari

[ suh-fahr-ee ]

noun

, plural sa·fa·ris.

1. a journey or expedition, for hunting, exploration, or investigation, especially in eastern Africa.
2. the hunters, guides, vehicles, equipment, etc., forming such an expedition.
3. any long or adventurous journey or expedition.

verb (used without object)

, sa·fa·ried, sa·fa·ri·ing.

1. to go on a safari.

safari

/ səˈfɑːrɪ /

noun

1. an overland journey or hunting expedition, esp in Africa
2. any recreational journey or expedition
3. the people, animals, etc, that go on the expedition

Word History and Origins

Origin of safari¹

1885–90; < Swahili < Arabic safar journey

Word History and Origins

Origin of safari¹

C19: from Swahili: journey, from Arabic safarīya, from safara to travel

Example Sentences

It was an African safari sketch, which ran about six minutes long and included sound effects created by crunching potato chips.

From Los Angeles Times

I went on safari once, and I wanted to see the lions of the Sabi Sands.

From Salon

The attack by the submerged animal happened near the Cherries' camp during a leg of the trip that was an organised canoe safari.

From BBC

I even thought he was cute when he arrived for one of our hikes looking like a beekeeper with his wide-brimmed safari hat.

From Los Angeles Times

Gabonese officials need not despair, given the array of attractions in their home country - including stunning white sand beaches and some of the world's best gorilla safaris in Loango National Park.

From BBC

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