sightseeing

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noun

sight·​see·​ing ˈsīt-ˌsē-iŋ How to pronounce sightseeing (audio)
: the activity of visiting the famous or interesting places of an area : the act or pastime of seeing sights
We did a lot of sightseeing on our vacation.
We didn't go to the conference. We went sightseeing instead …Terry McMillan

sightseeing

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adjective

: devoted to or used for seeing sights

Examples of sightseeing in a Sentence

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Noun
Blue Kingdom Whale and Wildlife Tours often shares their sightseeing recaps on their website, and document memorable trips. Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024 Some of the bigger sightseeing boats are standing room only, with fans crowding the best vantage points. Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2024 This is a perfect fall train experience for those looking to sit back and relax after a day of hiking and sightseeing in the region. Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024 The dusty conditions around Perseverance could have an impact on the rover’s sightseeing efforts. Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sightseeing 

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1821, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1827, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sightseeing was in 1821

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“Sightseeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sightseeing. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

sightseeing

adjective
sight·​see·​ing
-ˌsē-iŋ
: engaged in, devoted to, or used for seeing things and places of interest
a sightseeing bus
sightseeing noun

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