overland
IPA: ˈoʊvɝɫænd
noun
- (travel) a trip by land between the UK and the Indian Sub-continent or Australia, or between the UK and South Africa.
verb
- (transitive, Australia) to transport (especially sheep or other farm animals) over land
- (intransitive, Australia) to travel across land
- (intransitive) to go on a recreational expedition to a remote destination, often with the aid of an off-road vehicle
adjective
- by or across land, especially of travel
adverb
- Over, across, or by land.
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Examples of "overland" in Sentences
- The explorers decided to embark on an overland journey through the mountains
- The hikers planned an overland trek to reach the remote village
- The overland route proved to be challenging, with rugged terrain and steep inclines
- The adventurers encountered wild animals during their overland expedition through the jungle
- The overland trade route was essential for connecting distant regions
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