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sightseeing

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sightseeing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Visiting and looking at places of interest, typically as a tourist.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

rubber-necking

How to use sightseeing

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

A compound of sight and seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sightseeing” mean?

The word “sightseeing” means visiting and looking at places of interest, typically as a tourist. In plain terms, touring around to look at interesting or famous places.

How do you use “sightseeing” in a sentence?

Here is “sightseeing” used in a sentence: “We spent the first day sightseeing around the old town.”

What part of speech is “sightseeing”?

“Sightseeing” is a noun.

Is “sightseeing” a common word?

“Sightseeing” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.

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