field trip
noun
: a visit (as to a factory, farm, or museum) made (as by students and a teacher) for purposes of firsthand observation
Examples of field trip in a Sentence
We took a class field trip to the power plant.
We went on a field trip.
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Group visits and educational field trips are welcome and can be scheduled by calling 407-396-8644, Ext. 2.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
The four-day immersive camp will feature interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory work, field trips and real-world exposure to the many facets of forensic science.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
Whenever her kids are ready to learn, Franco plans a lesson or a field trip to museums, historical sites or mountains nearby.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Recognizing the power of experiential learning, Preethi also designs and leads immersive experiences like workshops, enriching field trips, and hands-on volunteering opportunities that create profound connections between individuals and sanctuary residents.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 28 May 2025
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
The four-day immersive camp will feature interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory work, field trips and real-world exposure to the many facets of forensic science.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
Whenever her kids are ready to learn, Franco plans a lesson or a field trip to museums, historical sites or mountains nearby.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Recognizing the power of experiential learning, Preethi also designs and leads immersive experiences like workshops, enriching field trips, and hands-on volunteering opportunities that create profound connections between individuals and sanctuary residents.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for field trip
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“Field trip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/field%20trip. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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