safari

Etymology

From Swahili safari (“journey”), from Arabic سَفَر (safar).

noun

1. A trip into any undeveloped area to see, photograph or hunt wild animals in their own environment.
   We're going on a safari in Kenya.
2. A caravan going on a safari.
3. (by extension) Any trip for the purpose of discovering something new or acquiring prizes or trophies.
   An ardent junker herself, Mrs. Egge tells how to conduct a fascinating junk safari into the attic or antique and secondhand shops and what to do with the trophies you bring home. 2017, Serena (lyrics and music), “Safari”: Come on, boy, move that body/ 'Cause tonight I'm naughty, naughty/ Dance with me like it's my party/ We go wild, we're in safari 1968, Ruth Stearns Egge, How to Make Something from Nothing

verb

1. (intransitive) To take part in a safari.