safari

noun

sa·​fa·​ri sə-ˈfär-ē How to pronounce safari (audio)
-ˈfa-rē
1
: the caravan and equipment of a hunting expedition especially in eastern Africa
also : such a hunting expedition
2
: journey, expedition
an arctic safari
safari intransitive verb

Examples of safari in a Sentence

He went on a safari in Africa last year. a group of hunters on safari
Recent Examples on the Web For instance, couples looking for a chance to fully unwind might opt for a beach vacation or spa weekend in a beautiful destination, while those searching for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure may want to book an African safari. Claudia Fisher, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2024 African Safari If a safari is on your bucket list, a trip to southern Africa can easily tack on safaris in Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia or Botswana (not to mention South Africa). Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 Perhaps one of the most distinctive features is the exotic wildlife sanctuary, which Marconi and his wife created after a safari in Africa. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024 They got engaged while on safari in Africa and tied the knot in 2013 in Ojai, California. Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024 When is the best time to go on a safari in South Africa? Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2024 Cape Town, South Africa: A safari to the Aquila Private Game Reserve, two-hours away, was exciting. Georgina Cruz, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 There was zero need for debate that a safari was at the top of our lists. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Jan. 2024 Take a safari at sunset to watch as waves of heat and the slow descent of the sun turn the landscape gold. Melissa Locker, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Swahili, journey, from Arabic safarī of a journey

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of safari was in 1859

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Cite this Entry

“Safari.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safari. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

safari

noun
sa·​fa·​ri sə-ˈfär-ē How to pronounce safari (audio)
-ˈfar-
: a hunting expedition especially in eastern Africa

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