Foraying

/ˈfɔreɪɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Making sudden attacks or raids; venturing boldly into new or unfamiliar areas.

Etymology

From foray (sudden attack) + -ing (present participle). Used to describe ongoing or habitual raids, incursions, or bold ventures into new territories.

Kelly Says

Companies today are 'foraying' into new industries all the time—it still carries that sense of risk and adventure from its medieval military roots!

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