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Definition of explorer

explorer

/ɪkˈsplɔːrər/
ex · plor · er
Plural:explorers
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Adjective:exploratory
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• noun

1

A person who travels to unfamiliar, remote, or previously unknown regions in order to learn about them or make geographical and scientific discoveries.

Example

"The famous polar explorer spent months mapping the uncharted coastline of Antarctica."

2

A person who actively investigates, examines, or experiments with a new field of study, concept, or medium.

Example

"She was a fearless explorer of modern musical composition, constantly blending classical instruments with electronic sounds."

3

A slender, sharp-pointed surgical or dental instrument used to examine teeth, cavities, or wounds for defects and foreign bodies.

Example

"The dentist gently used a metal explorer to check the molar for signs of enamel decay."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'explore', which entered English in the 16th century via Middle French 'explorer' from Latin 'explorare', originally a hunting term meaning 'to scout out game by shouting' (from 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'plorare' meaning 'to cry out').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Explorer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/explorer
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