traverse
16 synonyms and 0 antonyms for traverse, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To travel across or through something, often under difficult conditions.
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How to use traverse
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Etymology
From Old French traverser, from Latin trans ("across") plus versus, the past participle of vertere ("to turn").
Full origin of traverse →Frequently asked questions
What does “traverse” mean?
The word “traverse” means to travel across or through something, often under difficult conditions. In plain terms, to cross or travel across something, often a difficult route, or the path itself.
How do you pronounce “traverse”?
“Traverse” is pronounced truh-VURS (/tɹəˈvɝs/ in IPA).
How do you use “traverse” in a sentence?
Here is “traverse” used in a sentence: “The climbers traversed the icy ridge before reaching the summit.”
What part of speech is “traverse”?
Depending on how it is used, “traverse” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “traverse” come from?
The word “traverse” comes from Latin. From Old French traverser, from Latin trans ("across") plus versus, the past participle of vertere ("to turn").
Is “traverse” a common word?
“Traverse” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “traverse” have?
“Traverse” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to travel across or through something, often under difficult conditions.