tour

Definitions

1. noun

   A trip through a place to see it.

   Examples

   • We took a tour of the old castle.
   • The guide led us on a tour of the vineyard.
2. noun

   A guided visit to a place, or an online one.

   Examples

   • They offered a virtual tour of the museum online.
   • The tour included a stop at the ancient ruins.
3. noun

   A trip to several places to perform.

   Examples

   • The band announced a new tour for next year.
   • She joined the orchestra's European tour.
4. noun

   A sports team's trip abroad to play games.

   Examples

   • The cricket team is on tour in Australia.
   • Their tour of India included five test matches.
5. noun

   A long road race, often lasting many days.

   Examples

   • He won a stage in the Tour de France.
   • The cyclists took part in the tough mountain tour.
6. noun

   A set of contests that make up a championship.

   Examples

   • She's ranked in the top ten on the tennis tour.
   • He has played on the golf tour for over a decade.
7. noun

   A period of service, especially in the military.

   Examples

   • He served two tours abroad.
   • After his first tour, he was sent to headquarters.
8. noun

   A path that makes a full circle.

   Examples

   • The hikers finished the tour before nightfall.
   • The trail makes a scenic tour around the lake.
9. noun

   A walk around a place to look at it.

   Examples

   • He made a quick tour of the property before buying it.
   • She did a tour of the garden to check on the plants.
10. noun

    In old-fashioned use, a turn or full circle.

    Examples

    • The planets make their tours in the sky.
    • The blood makes its wondrous tour through the body.