departure
/dɪˈpɑːtʃə/ · /dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/
CEFR level B1Topic TravelWord #2647 in the learning path
离开；出发
Definitions
n. The act of leaving a place.
离开；出发
n. A change from what is usual or expected.
背离；改变
Example
We packed our bags the night before departure.
我们在出发前一晚收拾好了行李。
The new housing policy represents a significant departure from previous approaches to urban development.
这项新的住房政策与以往的城市发展思路有了显著不同。
Collocations
- departure time
- departure lounge
- a departure from tradition
Word family
- depart (v.)
Antonyms
- arrival
Usage tip
departure from可指“从……出发”或“背离……”。
FAQ
- What does departure mean?
- The act of leaving a place. A change from what is usual or expected.
- How is departure pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈpɑːtʃə/, US /dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
