touring

noun

tour·​ing ˈtu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce touring (audio)
Synonyms of touringnext
1
: participation in a tour
2
: cross-country skiing for pleasure

Examples of touring in a Sentence

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This touring version of the glass slipper saga is choreographed by Marina Kesler and scored to music by Johann Strauss II and Anna Drubich. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026 The pair weren't in constant contact due to Newton-John's extensive touring schedule. Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 Newton-John’s guitarists Skip Griparis and Rick Ruskin recall touring on the Starship. Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 15 May 2026 There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for touring

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of touring was in 1794

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“Touring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/touring. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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