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voyages

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈvɔɪədʒəz// UK //vˈɔɪɪdʒɪz// voy·ages

n. long journeys, usually across the sea or through space. You use this word for grand trips that take a lot of time and effort.

n. long journeys involving travel by sea or in space. Often implies a sense of discovery, exploration, or a significant transition from one place to another.


SIMPLE

The explorer wrote about his many voyages across the ocean.

CONTEXTUAL

Historical records detail the dangerous voyages undertaken by early sailors searching for new trade routes to the East.

COMPLEX

The museum's latest exhibit chronicles the epic voyages of the 15th century, highlighting the technological advancements in navigation that made such long-distance maritime travel possible.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'voyage'; frequently used in historical or scientific contexts rather than for modern holiday travel.

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