scavenger hunt

noun

: a game in which players try to acquire without buying specified items within a time limit

Examples of scavenger hunt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As far as amenities on the property, the croquet lawn, access to nearby Torry Pines State Park, along with scavenger hunts for kids, and a complimentary in-room camp set up. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026

The farm also offers a variety of classes and activities, ranging from photography art walks to scavenger hunts. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026

This would include any surprise items such as birthday presents, Christmas presents, gift cards, holiday decorations or even items hidden for a scavenger hunt. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026

For families or anyone looking for a little adventure, going on a nature hike or nature scavenger hunt is a great way to reconnect with the outdoors. —Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scavenger hunt

• affront
• confront
• exeunt
• forefront
• lakefront
• manhunt
• sederunt
• battlefront
• oceanfront
• riverfront
• waterfront
• blunt

Kids Definition

scavenger hunt

noun

: a party contest in which players are sent out usually in pairs to obtain without buying unusual objects within a fixed length of time