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Meaning of navigating
The primary meaning of "navigating" refers to the act of controlling the movement of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, or finding one's way through a place or system.
Etymology of navigating
The word "navigating" originates from the Latin "navigare," which means "to sail," and is derived from "navis," meaning "ship," and the suffix "-are," which forms a verb.
Historically, the term was used to describe the act of sailing or traveling by sea, but its meaning has expanded to include other modes of transportation and exploration.
Synonyms
steering
directing
guiding
piloting
plotting
charting
exploring
traversing
crossing
traveling
voyaging
sailing
sailing
cruising
journeying
roaming
wandering
meandering
finding
locating
discovering
maneuvering
operating
controlling
commanding
leading
managing
conducting
orchestrating
regulating
governing
supervising
overseeing
Definitions
- The act of controlling the movement of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, especially in relation to its position and course.
- * The act of finding one's way through a place or system, especially by using visual or technological aids.
Usage Examples
- The pilot was navigating the plane through the stormy weather.
- * She spent hours navigating the complex website to find the information she needed.
- * The hikers were navigating the difficult terrain with the help of a map and compass.
Antonyms
losing
misdirecting
misleading
confusing
disorienting
straying
wandering
drifting
floating
sinking
crashing
failing
neglecting
ignoring
disregarding
abandoning
quitting
stopping
halting
stalling