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exploration

[/ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: explorations / explorações
exploração
1. the act of traveling through or investigating an unfamiliar area
The exploration of Antarctica has revealed fascinating scientific discoveries.
A exploração da Antártida revelou descobertas científicas fascinantes.
2. the investigation or examination of something in detail
The therapy involved exploration of his childhood memories.
A terapia envolveu a exploração de suas memórias da infância.
3. the search for natural resources such as oil or minerals
Oil exploration in the North Sea has been ongoing for decades.
A exploração de petróleo no Mar do Norte continua há décadas.
Synonyms
investigationdiscoveryinquiryexaminationsurveyexpedition
Antonyms
ignoranceavoidanceneglect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exploração
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
exploração
common in business and scientific contexts
Portugal
exploração
standard usage; also 'reconhecimento' in military contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

exploration of possibilities
further exploration required
space exploration
self-exploration
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