foray
10 synonyms for foray, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.
“The actor's foray into music surprised many fans.”
How to use foray
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a foray into
brief foray
first foray
Etymology
From Middle English forrayen, "to raid or pillage," ultimately tied to an old word for fodder taken during a raid.
Full origin of foray →Frequently asked questions
What does “foray” mean?
The word “foray” means a short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise. In plain terms, a brief attempt at doing something new or outside your usual area.
How do you pronounce “foray”?
“Foray” is pronounced FOR-ay (/ˈfɔɹ.eɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “foray” in a sentence?
Here is “foray” used in a sentence: “The actor's foray into music surprised many fans.”
What part of speech is “foray”?
Depending on how it is used, “foray” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “foray” come from?
The word “foray” comes from Middle English. From Middle English forrayen, "to raid or pillage," ultimately tied to an old word for fodder taken during a raid.
How many meanings does “foray” have?
“Foray” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short venture or attempt into an activity or area outside one's usual expertise.
