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safari

Syllabification: (sa·fa·ri)
Pronunciation: /səˈfärē/
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Definition of safari

noun (plural safaris)

  • an expedition to observe or hunt animals in their natural habitat, especially in East Africa:one week on safari

Origin:

late 19th century: from Kiswahili, from Arabic safara 'to travel'

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