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pre-departure

|pre/de/par/ture|

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🇺🇸

/priː-dɪˈpɑːr.tʃər/

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/priː-dɪˈpɑː.tʃər/

before leaving

Etymology
Etymology Information

'pre-departure' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'departure' from Old French 'departir', meaning 'to divide or separate'.

Historical Evolution

'departure' changed from the Old French word 'departir' and eventually became the modern English word 'departure'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'departure' meant 'to divide or separate', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'leaving or going away'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or occurring before departure.

The pre-departure briefing was essential for the team.

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Last updated: 2025/02/14 11:59