examination of an organ or part for diagnostic purposes
3.
an organized trip into unfamiliar regions, esp for scientific purposes; expedition
Derived forms
exploratory (ɪkˈsplɒrətərɪ, -trɪ) or explorative (exˈplorative)
adjective
exploration in American English
(ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən; ˌɛksplɔrˈeɪʃən)
noun
an exploring or being explored
Word origin
L exploratio < pp. of explorare: see explore
exploration in the Oil and Gas Industry
(ɛkspləreɪʃən)
noun
(Extractive engineering: Exploration)
Exploration is the activity of finding oil or gas.
Exploration operations include: aerial surveys, geophysical surveys, geological studies, coretesting and the drilling of test wells.
If the exploration carried out has not discovered encouraging indications of petroleum in the area,the leases held in the area will most likely be dropped.
Exploration is the activity of finding oil or gas.
exploration well
Word builder-ationThe suffix -ation often changes a verb into a noun, meaning the 'process of doing something'.
Examples of 'exploration' in a sentence
exploration
Oil companies around the world have been selling forecourts in recent years to focus on exploration and production.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
But around half of that land will ver see any drilling because it is protected and Scotland currently has a moratorium on shale gas exploration.
The Sun (2016)
This is not an exploration or a scientific expedition.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
This process of exploration extends well into the new year.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
It should be where there is the possibility for shale gas exploration.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
This applies as much to exploration and production as it does to refining and petrochemicals.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
This result recently prompted a further intriguing exploration of the relationship between language and perception.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The history of the scientific exploration of cold features many famous names.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
France is proposing to ban shale gas exploration over safety fears.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
It is engaged in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
There are opportunities for further exploration at the existing fields.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
He was in the forefront of postwar scientific exploration.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The band ventured further into rhythmic exploration on a marvellously inventive step forward.
The Sun (2006)
In the past two years there has been a slowdown in budgets for oil and gas exploration and production.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
It makes sense to look carefully at shale gas exploration so we maximise all our natural resources and drive down costs.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It's all part of the process of exploration and discovery.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Begin delving into complex matters now and you'll soon discover ways to streamline the exploration process.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The London area is not considered a target for shale gas exploration.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Exploration may be part of the fun, but this is a huge strain on patience and budgets.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
THIS steel supplier and processor has benefited from a recent surge in oil exploration and production.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
This exploration process continues, but now the focus is on forming alliances that will be the foundation for new plans.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Knowing that, forget the struggles to get things organised and instead enjoy the process of exploration this period is about.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
The first four chapters deal with peaceful uses of technology, with technology as a tool of economic progress and of scientific exploration.
Dyson, Freeman Infinite in All Directions (1989)
The funds raised will help to pay for two exploration wells to be sunk in the East Midlands.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Synonyms of 'exploration'
expedition, tour, trip, survey
investigation, study, research, survey
More Synonyms of exploration
1 (noun)
We devoted a week to the exploration of the Mayan sites of Copan.
Synonyms
expedition
Byrd's 1928 expedition to Antarctica
tour
week five of my tour of European cities
trip
On the Thursday we went out on a day trip.
survey
travel
He collects things for the house on his travels.
journey
a journey from Manchester to Plymouth
reconnaissance
The airport will be used for reconnaissance rather than combat.
recce (slang)
2 (noun)
an exploration of Celtic mythology
Synonyms
investigation
He ordered an investigation into the affair.
study
the use of maps and visual evidence in the study of local history
research
His groundbreaking research will be vital in future developments.
survey
According to the survey, overall world trade has also slackened.
search
There was no chance of him being found alive and the search was abandoned.
inquiry
a murder inquiry
analysis
They collect blood samples for analysis at the laboratory.
examination
They have taken the documents away for examination.
probe
a federal grand-jury probe into corruption within the FDA
inspection
A routine inspection of the vessel turned up 50 kg of the drug.
scrutiny
His private life came under media scrutiny.
once-over (informal)
Additional synonyms
in the sense of analysis
Definition
the separation of a whole into its parts for study or interpretation
They collect blood samples for analysis at the laboratory.
Synonyms
examination,
test,
division,
inquiry,
investigation,
resolution,
interpretation,
breakdown,
scanning,
separation,
evaluation,
scrutiny,
sifting,
anatomy,
dissolution,
dissection,
assay,
perusal,
anatomization
in the sense of examination
Definition
the act of examining
They have taken the documents away for examination.