Definition

The act of leaving a ship or aircraft after a journey.

Example

The debarkation of passengers from the cruise ship took several hours.

Conversation

Did you hear about the debarkation process for the cruise?

Yeah, I heard it can be a bit chaotic at times.

I hope it goes smoothly; I really want to enjoy the trip.

Same here! Let’s plan to meet right after debarkation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Debarkation → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "barcare" (from Latin, meaning to embark or to load). The word refers to the act of disembarking or getting off a vehicle, particularly a ship, hence moving down or away from it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'getting down' or 'away' ('de-') from a ship or vehicle, which helps you remember that debarkation means the act of getting off.

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