Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sending-off

noun
/ˈsɛndɪŋ ɒf/
Definition
The act of dismissing someone from a place, often in a ceremonial manner.
Examples
  • The team organized a sending-off party for their retiring coach.
  • At the airport, friends held a joyful sending-off for their colleague moving abroad.
Meaning
Sending-off refers to a farewell or send-off, usually associated with a significant event like a departure, retirement, or a move to a new location.
Synonyms
  • farewell
  • send-off
  • goodbye
  • parting