CultureJuly 16, 2026
spelunking
/spɪˈlʌŋkɪŋ/
Definition
The act of exploring and investigating urban or often hidden locations, particularly in a city environment.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'spelunca' (cave) and the Greek 'spelynx', the term originally referred specifically to the hobby of exploring wild caves. It evolved in modern English to include 'urban spelunking,' which applies the same spirit of discovery to man-made, architectural, or abandoned urban structures.
In the news
In this article, 'urban spelunking' is listed as a navigational category for OnMilwaukee's content, referring to their series on discovering unique, off-the-beaten-path locations within the city.
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