departure
Translation
departure, leaving
Examples
What is the departure time of your flight?
What is the departure time of your flight?
His sudden departure surprised everyone.
His sudden departure surprised everyone.
This new style is a departure from his usual work.
This new style is a departure from his usual work.
Grammar Patterns
((departure from ...)) leaving from a place The departure from London was delayed.
((departure time)) the time of leaving What is the departure time?
((a departure from ...)) a change from something This is a departure from our normal routine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leaving, exit, going; Antonyms: arrival, coming
Etymology
From the verb 'depart', from Old French 'départir' (to divide, depart). 'de-' (away) + 'partir' (to part).
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-parting' or moving away from a place. Look for it on airport signs.