explore
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Britannica Dictionary definition of EXPLORE
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[+ object]
a
:
to look at (something) in a careful way to learn more about it
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to study or analyze (something)
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Researchers are exploring how language is acquired by children.
b
:
to talk or think about (something) in a thoughtful and detailed way
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The book explores a number of controversial issues.
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You need to explore your feelings on this subject more carefully.
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We explored various options/alternatives/possibilities.
c
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to learn about (something) by trying it
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an opportunity to explore different activities
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The children were encouraged to explore mathematics.
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[+ object]
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to travel over or through (a place) in order to learn more about it or to find something
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I decided to go out and explore the town.
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They were sent to explore unknown regions of Africa.
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[no object]
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to make a careful search for something by traveling to different places
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companies exploring for oil
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[+ object]
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to touch (something) to learn more about it
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The doctor explored the wound.
