Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
expeditionary
Adjective
/ɪkˌspɛdɪˈʃənəri/
Definition
Relating to a military expedition or a mission involving a group that is sent to achieve a specific objective.
Examples
- The expeditionary forces were deployed to assist in disaster relief efforts.
- She joined the expeditionary team that was sent to explore the Arctic region.
- The government’s expeditionary policy aimed to extend aid to war-torn areas.
Meaning
Expeditionary refers to actions or forces that are organized and dispatched for a specific purpose, often in a military context.
Synonyms
- military
- exploratory
- adventurous
- expeditive
