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Disembarking Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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disembarking

[dษชsหˆษชmหŒbษ‘rkษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

arriving, traveling

Disembarking refers to the act of leaving a vehicle, ship, or aircraft after a journey. This term is often used in the context of travel, particularly when passengers exit a plane or boat upon reaching their destination. The process usually involves gathering personal belongings and transitioning onto land or another mode of transportation. Disembarking can also imply formal procedures, such as customs checks at international ports.

Synonyms

alight, dismount, exit, get off.

Examples of usage

  • Passengers began disembarking as soon as the plane landed.
  • The cruise ship docked at 8 AM, and guests started disembarking shortly after.
  • After disembarking from the train, we took a taxi to our hotel.

Translations

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Origin of 'disembarking'

The word 'disembark' originates from the late Middle English term 'desembarken', which is derived from the Old French 'desembarquer'. The prefix 'dis-' indicates a reversal, while 'embark' comes from the Latin 'imbarcฤre', meaning 'to put on a boat'. The evolution of the term highlights its nautical roots, as it originally referred to the process of leaving a ship after a voyage. Over time, disembarking has come to describe exiting various modes of transport, including airplanes and trains, reflecting the broader context of travel in modern times. The term emphasizes the transition from a mode of transport back to land or another environment, and it retains its maritime associations while adapting to contemporary usage.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,174 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.