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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

spelunking

/ˈspɛlʌŋkɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does spelunking mean?

noun

The activity of exploring caves, especially by crawling through narrow passages. Spelunking often involves climbing, crawling, and wading through water.

Example

"The group of friends went spelunking in the nearby caves, discovering hidden underground pools and ancient rock formations."

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