Meaning of the word traverse in English
What does traverse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
traverse
US /trəˈvɝːs/
UK /trəˈvɜːs/
Verb
1.
to travel across or through
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The explorers had to traverse the dense jungle.
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We will traverse the mountain range by foot.
2.
to move back and forth or sideways
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The actor had to traverse the stage during his monologue.
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The camera slowly traversed the landscape.
Noun
a path or route that traverses something
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The mountain climbers followed a difficult traverse along the cliff face.
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The architect designed a grand traverse connecting the two wings of the building.