"microadventure" meaning in All languages combined

See microadventure on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: microadventures [plural]
Etymology: From micro- + adventure, popularized by Alastair Humphreys. Etymology templates: {{af|en|micro-|adventure}} micro- + adventure Head templates: {{en-noun}} microadventure (plural microadventures)
  1. A short adventure, typically sought on a weekend. Wikipedia link: Alastair Humphreys

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