Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flight-departs
phrase
/flaɪt dɪˈpɑːrts/

Definition
The moment when an aircraft leaves the ground for a journey.

Examples
- The flight-departs from Gate 12 at 3:00 PM.
- Passengers should arrive at least two hours before the flight-departs.
- Make sure you check the schedule, as the flight-departs earlier than usual today.

Meaning
To take off from an airport; the act of an aircraft beginning its flight.

Synonyms
- Take off
- Leave
- Depart