ecotourism

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noun (1)

eco·​tour·​ism ˌē-kō-ˈtu̇r-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce ecotourism (audio)
ˌe-kō-
: the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner meant to minimize ecological impact
ecotourist noun

ecotour

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noun (2)

eco·​tour ˈēkə How to pronounce ecotour (audio)
ˈekə+
: a trip that follows the principles of ecotourism

Examples of ecotourism in a Sentence

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By that time, Khalil had turned the Orange House into an ecotourism guesthouse, an educational space for children and sea turtle observation point. Jane Arraf, NPR, 21 June 2026 In addition to sustainability, Miches is also focused on ecotourism and adventure tourism. Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026 Gulf State Park boasts more than 6,000 acres, 28 miles of trails, more than three miles of beautiful beaches, and upgraded facilities including a world-class ecotourism center. Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026 Today, the birds’ presence both promotes ecotourism and emphasizes the importance of conserving ecosystems. Devika Rao, TheWeek, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for ecotourism

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

ec- entry 2 + tour entry 1

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1980, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ecotourism was in 1973

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“Ecotourism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ecotourism. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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