Navigate
/ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡeɪt/noun
To plan and direct the course of a ship or vehicle.
Did you know?In ancient times, navigating was not just about direction; it was believed to involve divine guidance from the stars! ✨
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*nāu̯
“ship”
Latin
Latin
navigare
“to sail, to navigate, literally 'to make a ship' (from 'navis' meaning 'ship')”
Old French
Old French
naviguer
“to navigate, to sail”
Middle English
Middle English
navigaten
“to steer or guide a ship”
Modern English
English
navigate
“to plan and direct the course of a vessel or vehicle”