traversal

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of moving through or over an area or space, especially from one point to another.

• Noun

  A journey or trip, especially one that is long and involves passing through many places.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with traversal
maverick , ravine , navigate , contrive , persuade

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Homophones

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1. Traversal (en) : The act of moving through or over an area or space.
   

2. Traverse (en) : To move across or over; to cross.
   

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Variants

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traversal , traversals

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Forms

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traversals, traversed, traversing

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Etymology

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From Old French traverser, from Latin transversare, from trans- 'across' + versare 'turn'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'traversal' is also used in computer science to describe the process of accessing data in a database or network.

2. The longest traversal on foot in recorded history was by Fiona McIntosh, who walked from Scotland to India in 1818, taking over three years to complete the journey.

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Related Concepts

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1. Journey: A journey is a trip from one place to another, often involving travel. It can be a physical journey or a metaphorical one, such as a spiritual or emotional journey.

2. Exploration: Exploration is the act of discovering new things or information, often involving travel to new places or the investigation of new subjects.

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Culture

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In literature, 'traversal' has been used to describe journeys and adventures, both literal and metaphorical. In art, it has been used as a theme in paintings and sculptures depicting travel and exploration. In music, it has been used as a metaphor for emotional journeys and transformations.

How to Memorize "traversal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine moving through a forest or crossing a river to understand the meaning of 'traversal'. Visualize the steps involved in making such a journey.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'traversal' with the idea of moving across or over something. Think of a journey or adventure when you hear the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym T-R-A-V-E-L: 'To Reach Another Valley' to remember the meaning of 'traversal'.

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