Circumnavigatory

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈnævɪɡətəri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or used for circumnavigation; involving travel around something.

Etymology

From circumnavigate + -ory suffix, creating an adjective describing things related to circumnavigation.

Kelly Says

The circumnavigatory route around Cape Horn became legendary among sailors—it's so dangerous and remote that 'rounding the Horn' was a rite of passage for old sailing ships. Modern ships usually use the Panama Canal instead!

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