exploration
gb/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
B2
英语
~ 5900
义项
0 个义项
名词
B2
action
1
travel in unknown areas to learn
Traveling through a new or unknown place, like space or the deep ocean, to find out more about it.
用法模式：
exploration of [a place/region/area]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse "exploration" with "trip" or "tour". A "trip" or "tour" is usually for travel or pleasure, while "exploration" emphasizes discovery and learning about something new or unknown.
近义词
expedition (Usually refers to a single organized journey, often with a specific goal, while "exploration" can be a broader, ongoing activity.)
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survey (Implies a more technical or structured study of an area, sometimes for mapping or measurement, not always involving discovery.)
反义词
familiarity (Exploration is about entering the unknown, while familiarity is about already knowing a place well.)
搭配
space exploration
|polar exploration
|deep-sea exploration
|exploration of Mars
|oil and gas exploration
|era of exploration
主题
science
|travel
|geography
|technology
|space
例句
- Space exploration has expanded our understanding of the solar system.
- The team set out on a year-long exploration of the Amazon rainforest.
- Advances in technology are making deep-sea exploration safer and more affordable.
- The government increased funding for Arctic exploration as the ice continued to melt.
- Her book chronicles the early European exploration of the Pacific islands.
学习者例句
- Space exploration is very important for science.
- They went on an exploration of the desert.
- New tools make ocean exploration easier.
- The movie is about the first exploration of Mars.
- His job is the exploration of oil under the sea.
名词
C1
action
2
careful study or discussion of something
Careful thinking, talking, or writing about an idea, problem, or feeling to understand it better.
用法模式：
exploration of [a topic/idea/theme/possibility]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes use "exploration" where "explanation" is correct, because the words look similar. "Exploration" is about studying or thinking deeply about something, while "explanation" is about making something clear or easy to understand.
近义词
examination (Stresses careful, often critical study; it can sound slightly more formal and less open-ended than "exploration".)
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investigation (Often used when looking for specific answers or causes, sometimes in legal or scientific contexts, while "exploration" can be more open and creative.)
反义词
acceptance (Exploration involves questioning and searching; acceptance implies taking ideas or situations as they are without further questioning.)
搭配
exploration of ideas
|exploration of identity
|exploration of themes
|exploration of options
|philosophical exploration
|artistic exploration
主题
ideas
|academia
|psychology
|art
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
例句
- The novel is an exploration of grief and forgiveness.
- The workshop will include an exploration of different career paths.
- Her research focuses on the exploration of new teaching methods.
- The documentary offers a thoughtful exploration of modern family life.
- Therapy often involves deep exploration of past experiences and beliefs.
学习者例句
- The film is an exploration of love and fear.
- We began an exploration of different solutions to the problem.
- His talk was an exploration of modern art.
- The class did an exploration of how social media affects us.
- Her music is an exploration of her personal stories.
名词
technical
C2
action
3
internal medical examination procedure
A medical check where a doctor looks or feels inside the body, usually with tools, to find what is wrong.
用法模式：
surgical exploration of [an area/organ]
近义词
examination (A general word for checking the body; "exploration" here is more specific, usually meaning a deeper or internal procedure.)
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probe (Highlights the act of physically entering or searching inside tissue or a cavity, often with an instrument.)
反义词
observation (Observation is watching from the outside without invasive action, while exploration involves actively entering and examining inside the body.)
搭配
surgical exploration
|abdominal exploration
|exploration of the wound
|laparoscopic exploration
|rectal exploration
|exploration under anesthesia
主题
medicine
|health
|body
例句
- The patient was taken to the operating room for surgical exploration of the abdomen.
- Exploration of the wound revealed a small piece of glass embedded in the tissue.
- A laparoscopic exploration was performed to identify the source of the bleeding.
- Because the scans were inconclusive, the surgeon recommended an open exploration.
- Digital rectal exploration showed no obvious masses.
学习者例句
- The doctor decided that an exploration of the stomach was needed.
- After the scan, they did a surgical exploration to find the problem.
- Exploration of the leg wound showed no broken bone.
- The hospital report said he had an abdominal exploration.
- The surgeon did an exploration to check for internal damage.
语法
词典原形
exploration
IPA
GB/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
音节与重音
ex - plor - a - tion （4 个音节）
Stress on 2nd syllable (plor)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: exploration
- Plural: exploration, explorations
词族
Forms
explorations
noun
Related words
exploratory
adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
unexplored
adjective
Advanced or less common
explorable
adjective
相关表达
age of exploration
1/ˈeɪd͡ʒ əv ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
historical era of global sea voyages
A time in history when European countries sent ships to find new lands and sea routes around the world.
例句
- We studied the Age of Exploration in our history class.
- During the Age of Exploration, European sailors mapped many previously unknown coasts.
exploration and production
1/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən ˈænd pɹədˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
searching for and extracting resources
The work of first looking for oil or gas and then taking it out of the ground.
例句
- He works in the exploration and production division of an energy company.
- New technologies have reduced the cost of exploration and production in deep water fields.
exploration phase
1/ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən fˈeɪz/
fixed phrase
early stage of trying options
The first part of a project when people try different ideas and learn more before they decide what to do.
例句
- The company is still in the exploration phase of the new product.
- During the exploration phase, they tested several designs with customers.
oil exploration
1/ˈɔɪl ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
search for underground oil
Looking for new places under the ground or sea where oil can be found.
例句
- The company has invested heavily in offshore oil exploration.
- Strict rules now control oil exploration in protected areas.
self-exploration
1/sˈɛlf ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
examining your own inner life
Thinking deeply about your own mind, feelings, and reasons for what you do, to understand yourself better.
例句
- Therapy can be a helpful tool for self-exploration.
- Traveling alone gave her time for self-exploration and personal growth.
space exploration
1/spˈeɪs ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
scientific study and travel in space
Sending machines or people into space to learn more about it.
例句
- Recent advances in space exploration have led to new discoveries about distant planets.
- Many countries now see space exploration as an important part of their scientific programs.
mineral exploration
1/mˈɪnɚəl ˌɛksplɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
searching for new mineral deposits
The work of looking for places in the ground where useful minerals might be found.
例句
- The company spends millions each year on mineral exploration.
- The region has seen a rise in mineral exploration activities.
- Modern mineral exploration uses advanced mapping and drilling technology.
- Mineral exploration can have serious environmental impacts if not carefully controlled.
- Mineral exploration has moved into more remote areas of the country.