Visit

/vˈɪzɪt/

/ˈvɪzɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "visit"

to visit

VERB

to go somewhere because we want to spend time with someone

Transitive: to visit sb

Example

I love to visit my uncle because he tells great stories.

My brother visits me every time he's in town.

She 's planning to visit her pen pal in France next year.

to access and browse a website

Transitive: to visit a website

Example

She visited the website to check the latest updates on the product launch.

He visited several online stores to compare prices before making a purchase.

I visit the news website every morning to stay informed about current events.

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Transitive: to visit a place

Example

During their vacation, they planned to visit famous landmarks and historical sites in the city.

They decided to visit the museum to admire the new art exhibit.

The tourists visited the zoo to see exotic animals from around the world.

to engage in informal conversation or chat with someone

Intransitive: to visit | to visit with sb

Example

We visited for hours, catching up on each other's lives and sharing stories.

After the meeting, they visited over coffee, discussing everything from work to personal matters.

He likes to visit with his neighbors in the evening, enjoying casual conversations.

to go to a place as part of an official visit, often to inspect, oversee, or evaluate something

Transitive: to visit a place

Example

The president will visit the factory tomorrow to inspect the new production lines.

The inspector visited the school to evaluate its safety measures.

The principal visited each classroom to oversee the progress of the students.

to cause harm, trouble, or an unpleasant experience to someone

Transitive: to visit something unpleasant upon sb

Example

The king visited his wrath upon the rebels, sentencing them to exile.

The storm visited its fury upon the coastal town, causing widespread damage.

He visited his anger upon the driver who had cut him off in traffic.

to cause harm, trouble, or an unpleasant experience to someone

Transitive: to visit sb/sth

Example

The storm visited the town, leaving destruction in its wake.

The disease visited the village, claiming several lives before help could arrive.

The harsh winter weather visited the region, making travel nearly impossible.

to stay with someone at their home for a short period of time

Transitive: to visit sb/sth

Example

He visited his cousin in the city for a week to explore the area.

He ’s going to visit his old friend in the countryside for a short break.

She visited her grandparents ’ house for the summer, enjoying the quiet countryside.

Visit

NOUN

(computing) an occasion when a user goes to a particular webpage

What is a "visit"?

A visit refers to the act of accessing a website or webpage. It happens when a user clicks on a link or types a web address into a browser to view content. Each time a person opens a website, it counts as a visit. The term is commonly used to track the number of times a site or page is viewed, helping website owners understand their audience and how often their content is being accessed.

the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time

a planned meeting with a professional, such as a doctor or lawyer, to seek advice, receive treatment, or discuss a specific matter

the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection)

the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity

a temporary stay at a hotel or similar establishment