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Tourism

Activity of traveling for leisure, recreation, or business.

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Tourism is the activity of traveling for leisure, recreation, or business purposes. It involves visiting places outside one's usual environment and often includes sightseeing, cultural experiences, relaxation, or exploration.

Pronunciation

/ˈtʊərɪzəm/

Etymology

From French 'tourisme', derived from 'tour' meaning a journey or circuit.

Explain Like I’m 5

Tourism is when people travel to new places for fun, relaxation, or work, like going on vacation or attending a business meeting in another city.

Fun Facts

Tourism is a major global industry
Ancient Romans enjoyed traveling for leisure
Ecotourism focuses on responsible travel to natural environments

FAQ

What is tourism? It involves traveling for leisure or business
Who are tourists? People who travel outside their usual place of residence
What does tourism impact? It affects economies, environments, and cultures

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

travel sightseeing

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

recreation industry

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

ecotourism medical tourism adventure tourism

Meronyms — Parts or Components

hotel tour guide souvenir

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

economy leisure industry

Indexes

cultural diversity economic activity recreational activity

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