sightseeing

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noun

sight·​see·​ing ˈsīt-ˌsē-iŋ How to pronounce sightseeing (audio)
: the activity of visiting the famous or interesting places of an area : the act or pastime of seeing sights
We did a lot of sightseeing on our vacation.
We didn't go to the conference. We went sightseeing instead …Terry McMillan

sightseeing

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adjective

: devoted to or used for seeing sights

Examples of sightseeing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
By day, the musicians speed-walk a little sightseeing on the way to hurried meals. Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2024 While the food, wine and electric beaches are some of the most alluring intentions for visiting the country, the sightseeing should not be lost on a traveler. Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 6 Mar. 2024 So, take advantage of the sightseeing sweet spot with the super cute and functional Topo Designs Rover 20L Pack which is on sale for $70, or the colorful and versatile Kavu Women's Rope Bag, another budget-friendly score at 55 percent off. Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2024 So lest anyone think a certain leggy blonde inspired her to attend, no. Between food and sightseeing, Kelce was able to take in two shows: Alberta Ferretti (front row!) and Moschino. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024 The itinerary combines sightseeing at some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, like the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal, with travel in a private historic train. Everett Potter, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 The vibrant 85-acre space hosts some of the area’s best celebrations and offers plenty of space for physical activity and sightseeing. Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 23 Feb. 2024 Six Chinese coast guard officers boarded the Taiwanese sightseeing vessel Monday afternoon, Taiwan’s coast guard said in a statement. Larissa Gao, NBC News, 20 Feb. 2024 As a best-seller on the site, these slim-fitting jeans have earned their spot on your travel packing list — especially considering they can be worn for every occasion from a beachside dinner to a day out sightseeing. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1821, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1827, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sightseeing was in 1821

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Cite this Entry

“Sightseeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sightseeing. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

sightseeing

adjective
sight·​see·​ing
-ˌsē-iŋ
: engaged in, devoted to, or used for seeing things and places of interest
a sightseeing bus
sightseeing noun

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