Definition of SAFARI

safari

Plural: safaris

Noun

  • an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
  • A trip into any undeveloped area to see, photograph or to hunt wild animals in their own environment.
  • A caravan going on a safari.
  • Any trip for the purpose of discovering something new or acquiring prizes or trophies.

Verb

Verb Forms: safaried, safariing, safaris

  • To go on an expedition, often for hunting or observing wildlife.
  • To take part in a safari.

Examples

  • Some players safari for rare letters, hoping to bag a ’Q’ or ’Z’ for big points.
  • We're going on a safari in Kenya.

Origin / Etymology

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

Synonyms

campaign, hunting expedition

Scrabble Score: 9

safari: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
safari: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
safari: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 9

safari: valid Words With Friends Word