Definition of safari
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 verbFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of safari in a Sentence
He went on a safari in Africa last year.
a group of hunters on safari
Recent Examples of safari from the Web
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From alpacas to zebras, nearly 500 animals roam this park, where a drive-through safari puts visitors nose to nose with some of the friendliest creatures.
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Behind each Bedouin-style tent is a retro-safari aesthetic (think iron lanterns, vintage suitcases and rush matting) paired with flawless modern amenities.
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No new exhibits or shows are planned this summer at the safari park.
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Other recent after-dark additions include playful vignettes projected onto the iconic Tree of Life and nighttime safaris.
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The plaited, or twisted, snakes were captured on camera by Kirstie Bowers while on safari in South Africa's Pilanesberg National Park.
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Once people reach their late teens or early 20s, Mr. Bolsover of Natural World Safaris suggests more adventurous trips to keep them engaged, such as a self-driving safari in Namibia with overnights at rugged desert camps.
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Though this captivating Canadian indie movie centers on live-action role-players, or LARPers, The Wild Hunt is no mere safari into geekdom.
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Origin and Etymology of safari
Swahili, journey, from Arabic safarī of a journey
First Known Use: 1859
SAFARI Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of safari for English Language Learners
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: a journey to see or hunt animals especially in Africa
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: a trip to see or hunt animals especially in Africa
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